Syb van Ottele

Born in Nijmegen, Van Ottele progressed through the NEC youth academy, which he joined in 2012. On 27 February 2018, when several European clubs wanted to recruit him, he signed his first contract with his childhood club, where he was considered one of their great prospects. Van Ottele made his professional debut for NEC in a 2–0 Eerste Divisie loss to SC Cambuur on 28 August 2020, coming on as a substitute for Édgar Barreto. On 8 January 2021, Van Ottele signed his first professional contract with Heerenveen in the Eredivisie. Heerenveen technical director, Gerry Hamstra welcomed the signing, and described Van Ottele as a talented and versatile player who is comfortable in possession. On 13 July 2024, Van Ottele moved to Fortuna Sittard.

Netherlands U17

UEFA European Under-17 Championship: 2019