Dutch striker also known as the Hunter, scored 34 goals in his first 59 appearances with the Dutch national team. He joined Schalke in 2010 after previously playing for A.C. Milan, Real Madrid and Ajax.
He became the all-time leading goal scorer for the Netherlands U21 team in 2006.
He helped the Netherlands earn runner-up honors at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
He had two sons, Seb and Axel, with his girlfriend Maddy Schoolderman.
He was teammates with Brazilian striker Ronaldinho on A.C. Milan from 2009 to 2010.
