Nathan Markelo

Nathangelo Alexandro Markelo (born 7 January 1999) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Roda JC. Born in the Netherlands, he plays for the Curaçao national team.

Club career
Born in Groningen, Markelo was signed by English club Everton in 2017 after being scouted playing in a youth tournament for FC Volendam. He moved on loan to FC Twente in July 2020.

He signed for Jong PSV in August 2021 on a permanent deal.

On 9 July 2022, Markelo joined Excelsior on a three-year contract. At the end of the 2022–23 season, his contract with Excelsior was terminated by mutual consent.

On 3 August 2023, Markelo signed a contract with Fortuna Sittard for one season, with an option to extend for two more years.

After one season at Fortuna, Markelo joined Eerste Divisie club Roda JC on 27 June 2024. He signed a two-year deal, with an option to extend for one more year.

International career
Born in the Netherlands, Markelo is of Curaçao and Surinamese descent. He has represented the Netherlands are various youth international levels. He debuted with the Curaçao national team in a friendly 3–2 loss to Indonesia on 25 September 2022.

Personal life
His younger brother Jahnoah Markelo is also a footballer.

Honours
Everton U23s


 * Premier League Cup: 2018–19