Career Timeline of Ryan Gravenberch: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Ryan Gravenberch made an impact.

Ryan Jiro Gravenberch is a Dutch professional footballer. Primarily a central or defensive midfielder, he currently plays for Liverpool in the Premier League and represents the Netherlands national team. Gravenberch is known for his technical skills, passing range, and physical presence in midfield. A product of the Ajax youth academy, he quickly rose through the ranks and established himself as a key player before moving to Bayern Munich, and later Liverpool.

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2010: Joined Ajax Youth Academy

In 2010, Ryan Gravenberch joined the Ajax Youth Academy and began progressing through the junior levels.

June 2018: Received Abdelhak Nouri Trofee and signed professional contract

On 7 June 2018, Ryan Gravenberch received the first ever "Abdelhak Nouri Trofee", recognizing the best talent in the Ajax academy. On the same day, he signed his first professional contract with Ajax, committing him to the club until 2023.

August 2018: Professional debut with Jong Ajax

On 24 August 2018, Ryan Gravenberch made his professional debut with Jong Ajax in a 5–2 Eerste Divisie win over Dordrecht.

September 2018: Senior Debut and Youngest Goalscorer for Ajax

In September 2018, Ryan Gravenberch made his senior debut with Ajax on 23 September in a 3–0 Eredivisie loss to PSV, becoming the youngest Ajax player in the Eredivisie at 16 years and 130 days. On 26 September, he made his first start for Ajax and scored in a 7–0 KNVB Cup win against Te Werve, becoming the club's youngest goalscorer.

September 2018: Played for Netherlands U19s

In September 2018, at the age of 16, Ryan Gravenberch played for the Netherlands U19s in a friendly 4–1 loss to the England U19s on 5 September.

2018: Won UEFA European Under-17 Championship

In 2018, Ryan Gravenberch was part of the Netherlands under-17 squad that won the UEFA European Under-17 Championship.

November 2020: Called up to Netherlands Senior Squad

In November 2020, Ryan Gravenberch was first called up to the senior Netherlands squad.

November 2020: First Champions League Goal

In November 2020, on 25 November, Ryan Gravenberch scored his first Champions League goal in a 3–1 win over Midtjylland during the 2020–21 season.

March 2021: Debut for Netherlands National Team

In March 2021, on 24 March, Ryan Gravenberch made his debut for the Netherlands national team in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Turkey.

April 2021: Scored First Goal in KNVB Cup Final

On 18 April 2021, Ryan Gravenberch scored the first goal in a 2–1 win over Vitesse in the 2021 KNVB Cup final.

June 2021: Named in Dutch Squad for UEFA Euro 2020 and Scored First International Goal

In June 2021, on 2 June, Ryan Gravenberch was named in the Dutch squad for UEFA Euro 2020. Four days later, he scored his first international goal in a 3–0 win against Georgia.

2021: Senior Debut for Netherlands

In 2021, Ryan Gravenberch made his senior debut for the Netherlands national team.

June 2022: Signed for Bayern Munich

On 13 June 2022, Ryan Gravenberch signed for Bundesliga club Bayern Munich on a five-year contract for a reported €18 million plus €5 million in variables.

2022: Signed for Bayern Munich

In 2022, Ryan Gravenberch signed for Bayern Munich and won the Bundesliga with the team.

2022: FIFA World Cup qualifier against Turkey

On 24 March 2021 Ryan Gravenberch made his debut in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Turkey.

September 2023: Signed for Liverpool and Made Debut

In September 2023, on 1 September, Ryan Gravenberch signed for Liverpool on a five-year contract for a reported €40 million. On 16 September, he made his debut for Liverpool against Wolverhampton Wanderers. On 21 September, he assisted Luis Diaz in a Europa League match against LASK.

September 2023: Declined Netherlands U21 Call-Up

In September 2023, on 4 September, Ryan Gravenberch declined a call-up to the Netherlands U21s to focus on his new club, Liverpool, a decision that was criticised by national coaches.

November 2023: Started Games for Liverpool

In October and November 2023, Ryan Gravenberch started a number of Premier League games for Liverpool due to the absence of Curtis Jones.

2023: Transferred to Liverpool

In 2023, Ryan Gravenberch transferred to Liverpool Football Club.

2023: Contract until 2023

Ryan Gravenberch's contract with Ajax lasted until 2023, which he signed in June 2018.

April 2024: First Premier League Goal

On 21 April 2024, Ryan Gravenberch scored his first Premier League goal in a 3–1 win over Fulham.

May 2024: Named in Netherlands' Squad for UEFA Euro 2024

On 29 May 2024, Ryan Gravenberch was named in the Netherlands' squad for UEFA Euro 2024.

2024: Shifted to deep-lying midfield role

At the start of the 2024–25 campaign, Ryan Gravenberch was shifted to a more deep-lying midfield role.

2024: Represented Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2024

In 2024, Ryan Gravenberch represented the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2024.

April 2025: Premier League Title and Young Player of the Season Award

On 27 April 2025, Liverpool beat Tottenham Hotspur 5–1 to secure the Premier League title, with Ryan Gravenberch providing an assist. At the end of the season, Gravenberch was awarded with the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.