Vennegoor of Hesselink translates from Dutch as Vennegoor or Hesselink. Life would be easier for everyone if he just chose one
The Dutchman has one of the longest names in international football, and the list of his achievements at Celtic Park is equally lengthy.
Tall, yet mobile, the striker began his career at FC Twente, before making his name at PSV Eindhoven.
He was signed by Celtic on the eve of the 2006/07 season and his goals and physical presence have established him as one of the SPL’s leading forwards.
Vennegor of Hesselink was part of the Dutch side that dazzled briefly at Euro 2008 before being dumped out of the competition by Russia at the quarter-final stage.