Francis de Vries is a New Zealand defender who plays for Auckland FC. At 31, he remains part of New Zealand's wider 2026 picture because he brings positional discipline, duels, and defending space at both club and international level.
Francis de Vries was born on 28 November 1994 in New Zealand, De Vries is of Dutch and Swiss descent. He plays in A-League and has 17 senior caps for New Zealand.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
Francis de Vries was born in New Zealand, De Vries is of Dutch and Swiss descent, where his football development began before he moved into more structured academy football.
Club Career
Early clubs and development
In January 2019, De Vries joined Division 1 Södra side IFK Värnamo.
On 30 May 2024, De Vries joined Auckland FC as one of 4 inaugural sigings.
Current club and recent form
He is currently with Auckland FC, where his role depends on team shape, competition for places, and how the staff wants to balance experience with specialist qualities. His place in the squad is tied to tactical usefulness rather than noise around him.
Francis de Vries - Stats and Performance
Francis de Vries's current season with Auckland FC stands at 21 appearances, 1 goals, and 6 assists in A-League. For a defender, those numbers are best read through availability, role, and contribution from deeper areas rather than raw output alone.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | Auckland FC | 21 | 1 | 6 |
The safest reading is that Auckland FC have trusted him regularly in A-League, and the 21 appearances are the strongest indicator of current value. The goal and assist return adds context, but role security and match rhythm matter more here.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 17 caps and 1 goals for New Zealand in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 17 | 1 | New Zealand senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Francis de Vries plays as a defender and is valued for positional discipline, duels, and defending space.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Francis de Vries |
| Date of birth | 28 November 1994 |
| Age | 31 |
| Nationality | New Zealand |
| Height | 188 cm |
| Position | Defender |
| Preferred foot | yet to be confirmed |
| Current club | Auckland FC |
| Jersey number | 3 |
| Weekly salary | €6,000 gross (approx.) |
| Estimated net worth | €1.31 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Auckland FC as his club heading into 2026. Public market-value tracking is limited, so the best guide is still his current squad status and recent usage.
Salary and Net Worth
Approximate salary estimates place Francis de Vries at about €6,000 gross (approx.) per week at Auckland FC. That works out to roughly €312,000 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around €1.31 million.
FAQs
How old is Francis de Vries and what is his nationality?
Francis de Vries is 31 years old and he represents New Zealand.
Which club does Francis de Vries play for now?
He currently plays for Auckland FC.
What position does Francis de Vries play?
He plays as a defender.
Is Francis de Vries part of New Zealand's national-team picture?
Yes. With 17 caps currently listed, he remains part of New Zealand's wider selection picture.
What is Francis de Vries salary and market value?
Salary: €6,000 gross (approx.). Market value: Will be updated soon.