Ameen Al-Dakhil, born on the 6th of March 2002, is a solid central defender currently plying his trade with Germany's VfB Stuttgart. The Iraqi-born footballer, who measures at a sturdy 1.87m (6ft 1in) and weighs in at 81kg (12st 10lb), also represents the Belgian national team. Known for his defensive prowess and unwavering consistency, Al-Dakhil dons the number 2 for his club, a testament to his dedication as a staunch defender.
According to Transfermarkt, Al Dakhil commands a market value of around £3.4m, signifying his progressive rise in the competitive world of football.
Al-Dakhil's journey as a professional player started in Belgium when he joined Standard Liege as a trainee in July 2019. He boasted a promising rookie season, with 13 first-team appearances in the 2021-2022 season. His performances on the pitch caught the attention of the Pro League club Sint-Truiden who shelled out approximately £450k to acquire his services in January 2022.
During his time at Sint-Truiden, Al Dakhil made nine first-team appearances in the latter half of the 2021-2022 season and followed it up with 16 more in the 2022-2023 season. Al-Dakhil's blossoming career took him to the English Premier League when Burnley signed him in January 2023 for an undisclosed fee. Though he only made eight appearances in what remained of the 2022-2023 season, he became a regular in the subsequent one, with 13 appearances and one goal to his credit.
Continuing on his upward trajectory, Al-Dakhil moved to Germany's Bundesliga, signing with VfB Stuttgart in August 2024 for a considered fee of around £7.6m. He's been a regular feature for the team since then with seven appearances in the 2024-2025 season and an equal number in the ongoing 2025-2026 season to date.
