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Kiran BechanDutch footballer of Indian descent, midfielder
Date of Birth: 12.09.1982
Country:  Netherlands |
Content:
- Kiran Bechan: A Footballing Journey
- Ajax Beginnings
- Breaking into the First Team
- Loan Spells and Injury Struggles
- Career in the Netherlands and Abroad
Kiran Bechan: A Footballing Journey
Kiran Bechan, a Dutch footballer of Indian descent, embarked on a versatile career as a midfielder. Born in Amsterdam on September 12, 1982, to parents from India, Bechan began his footballing journey at a tender age.
Ajax Beginnings
Bechan joined the prestigious Ajax Youth Academy in July 1999. Under the guidance of coaches Tonny Bruijns Slot and John van't Schip, he signed a five-year contract with Ajax in July 1999. In May 2000, he made his debut for the youth team against AZ.
Breaking into the First Team
In March 2001, head coach Co Adriaanse promoted Bechan to the first team. His Eredivisie debut came as a 19-year-old on April 1, 2001, in an away match against NEC. However, he failed to secure a regular starting spot due to fierce competition.
Loan Spells and Injury Struggles
Ahead of the 2002/03 season, Bechan was named the best player of the молодежная team at the "Den Helder Maritiem" tournament. In January 2003, Ajax loaned him to second-tier club Sparta Rotterdam for the remainder of the season. During his time at Sparta, Bechan made 16 appearances and scored 3 goals.
Summer 2004 saw Bechan return to Ajax briefly, but an injury hampered his progress. In November 2004, he moved to FC Groningen on a three-and-a-half-year contract.
Career in the Netherlands and Abroad
Bechan played for a series of clubs throughout his career, including:- Groningen (Netherlands)
- Den Bosch (Netherlands)
- Hércules (Spain)
- Emmen (Netherlands)
- Ermis Aradippou (Cyprus)
- Al-Muaydar (Qatar)
- Atyrau (Kazakhstan)
Retirement and Legacy
In 2012, at the age of 29, Bechan was forced to retire from football due to a recurring calf muscle injury. Despite his relatively short career at the top level, Bechan played an important role in several clubs and left a mark on Dutch football.
