Mark Flekken

Footballer

Mark Flekken is a Dutch footballer born in 1993, known for his role as a goalkeeper.

Flekken started his professional career with Alemannia Aachen, where he became the starting goalkeeper during the 2012–13 season.

Flekken made his international debut for the Netherlands in March 2022.

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Biography

Early Life

Mark Maria Hubertus Flekken, born in 1993, is a Dutch professional footballer who has made a name for himself as a goalkeeper. He began his football journey in the youth department of RKVV WDZ in Bocholtz before moving to Roda JC Kerkrade's youth academy. In 2009, he transitioned to Alemannia Aachen's youth teams, where he signed his first professional contract in 2011.

Career Progression

Flekken's professional career took off when he became the starting goalkeeper for Alemannia Aachen during the 2012–13 season. After a brief stint, he moved to SpVgg Greuther Fürth, where he served primarily as a backup goalkeeper. His career continued to evolve as he signed with MSV Duisburg in 2016, where he notably scored a goal during a match against VfL Osnabrück. In 2018, he joined SC Freiburg, initially as a backup but eventually made his debut in the final match of the 2018–19 season. Flekken's impressive performances led him to join Brentford F.C. in 2023, and he is set to play for Bayer 04 Leverkusen starting in 2025.

International Career

Flekken has also represented the Netherlands national team, making his international debut in March 2022. He was included in the squad for the UEFA Euro 2024 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing his growth and importance in Dutch football.

Legacy and Achievements

Throughout his career, Flekken has achieved notable honors, including winning the 3. Liga and the Lower Rhine Cup with MSV Duisburg, as well as being a runner-up in the DFB-Pokal with SC Freiburg. His individual accolades include the Premier League Save of the Month award in February 2024, highlighting his skills and contributions on the field.

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Career & Clubs

International career

Flekken was called up to the senior Netherlands national team squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Montenegro and Norway on 13 and 16 November 2021, respectively. Flekken made his international debut for the Netherlands on 26 March 2022 in a friendly match against Denmark. On 29 May 2024, Flekken was named in the Netherlands' squad for UEFA Euro 2024. On 27 May 2026, Flekken was named in the Netherlands' squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Club career

Alemannia Aachen and Greuther Fürth

Flekken started his career in the youth department of RKVV WDZ from Bocholtz before moving to the youth academy of Roda JC Kerkrade. In 2009, he moved across the border to the youth teams of the then 2. Bundesliga club Alemannia Aachen. On 22 September 2011, he signed his first professional contract. During the winter break of the 2012–13 3. Liga season, Flekken was appointed as the starting goalkeeper by coach René van Eck after the financially troubled club had parted ways with Michael Melka. Flekken made his debut on 26 January 2013 in a 2–0 home game against 1. FC Saarbrücken. Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Flekken moved to the 2. Bundesliga club SpVgg Greuther Fürth. There, he only made three league appearances in three years as a backup goalkeeper behind Wolfgang Hesl and Sebastian Mielitz.

MSV Duisburg

Flekken signed for MSV Duisburg on 12 June 2016. On 7 August 2016, he scored a goal, after a corner, in a 1–1 draw against VfL Osnabrück, when he went to the opposite box during the last minute. In February 2018, Flekken conceded a goal in a 2. Bundesliga match against FC Ingolstadt, when he turned his back on the play to take a drink from his water bottle.

SC Freiburg

Flekken joined SC Freiburg for the 2018–19 season. A backup to Alexander Schwolow throughout the season, he made his debut in the final matchday of the 2018–19 season against 1. FC Nürnberg. After Schwolow's departure before the start of the…

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Career statistics

Club

As of match played 20 September 2026

International

As of match played 8 June 2026

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Club: Alemannia Aachen (2012–2013)
Club: SpVgg Greuther Fürth (2013–2016)
Club: MSV Duisburg (2016–2018)
Club: SC Freiburg (2018–2023)
Club: Brentford F.C. (2023–2025)
Club: Netherlands national association football team (2022–)
Club: Bayer 04 Leverkusen (2025–)
League: 3. Liga
League: 2. Bundesliga
National team: Netherlands

Legacy

Honours

MSV Duisburg

3. Liga: 2016–17 Lower Rhine Cup: 2016–17 SC Freiburg II

Regionalliga Südwest: 2020–21 SC Freiburg

DFB-Pokal runner-up: 2021–22 Individual

Premier League Save of the Month: February 2024

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