Sven Kums

Sven Kums is a midfielder of Zulte Waregem. He was born on 26 February 1988 in Asse, Belgium.

Sven’s youth career took off in Dilbeek Sport in early 1990s’. In 1993 the footballer moved to the academy of Anderlecht, where he trained during 13 years. The long spell in the youth system, the performance for junior squads, and the desire for perfection helped Kums to join the main team of the club.

In the summer 2006, Sven penned his first contract with Anderlecht for two years, but spent only one season in the club and did not make any appearances. The following year, the management sent him on a season-long loan to Lierse, where the player featured in 14 matches and found the net one time.

In 2008 Kums completed a move to Kortrijk on a six-month loan and netted five goals in 16 games for the temporary team during that spell. The management of the club liked his performance and decided to secure the midfielder’s services on permanent basis. The signing was completed in the summer 2008 - Sven sealed a three-year deal. The footballer took part in 116 fixtures and amassed 12 goals during his spell with Kortrijk.

In 2011 Eredivisie side Heerenveen bought the player for €500,000. Kums made his début for the new club on 6 August 2011 in the match against NEC. After playing with the club successfully for two years Kums returned to Belgium and joined Zulte Waregem.

In 2008 Sven was capped for the Netherlands national U-21 squad.