Jasar Takak

Early career

Born in 's-Hertogenbosch by Assyrian parents originally from Turkey, Takak started his career with local side RKVV Sint-Michielsgestel. Takak was a big fan of PSV Eindhoven, and after impressing PSV scouts and staff on an arranged talent day, he joined their youth at age eleven.

PSV

In 2002, Takak was promoted to the PSV first team. Although being a part of the first-team squad, he never made any appearances for the first team. In September 2003, FC Zwolle signing him on a one-year loan deal after he had impressed in a friendly. In Zwolle, he established himself in the starting lineup and managed to score eight goals. Despite impressing, it was decided that Takak would once again be loaned out for another season. Several clubs showed their interest, ultimately choosing to play for RKC Waalwijk. Once again, he was loaned out for one season. In the summer of 2005, he returned to PSV, where his contract was terminated, effectively making him a free agent. After attracting the interest from several Dutch clubs, he signed a loan deal with NEC. With NEC, he established himself in the starting lineup, but after manager Cees Lok's dismissal, he lost his starting position and left NEC after only one season – without signing a new deal. His contract with PSV had, and Takak spent the 2006–07 season outside professional football, choosing instead to focus on other ventures.

Vitesse

After spending the season on the training ground of Roda JC,…