Marc Overmars is a Dutch former professional footballer and former director of football at Belgian Pro League side Royal Antwerp F.C. He was previously director of football at Ajax. During his football career, he played as a winger and was renowned for his speed and technical skills.
Overmars was born in Emst and was passionate about football from an early age. He began his playing career at SV Epe before joining Go Ahead Eagles' youth team in 1987. He secured a place in the first team by the 1990–91 season, but joined Willem II in time for the following season. His stay at the club was short; after 31 appearances he signed for Ajax in 1992.
