Sergiño Dest is one of the most recognizable players on the United States men's national team and is part of the squad competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The PSV Eindhoven defender has returned to international action after recovering from a serious knee injury and remains an important player for the United States as the tournament kicks off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
All About Sergiño Dest's Family
Despite his popularity, Dest keeps much of his personal life away from public attention. As of June 12, 2026, he has not publicly confirmed having a girlfriend or being in a relationship.
The defender rarely discusses his dating life in interviews and generally uses his social media platforms to share updates about football, training and family rather than his private relationships.
As for his personal life, he was born on November 3, 2000, in Almere, the Netherlands. Dest comes from a multicultural family.
His father, Kenneth Dest, is a Surinamese-American and a former member of the U.S. Army, while his mother is Dutch with Surinamese roots. Growing up in the Netherlands, Dest developed at Ajax's academy before establishing himself as one of Europe's most talented young full-backs.
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Although he was eligible to represent both the Netherlands and the United States internationally, Dest chose to play for the USMNT. He has often spoken about the influence of his family on that decision and the support he received throughout his development as a footballer.
Away from the pitch, Dest is known for keeping a low profile. Unlike many footballers, he shares very little about his personal relationships and prefers to keep the focus on his career. There are no publicly confirmed reports of a wife, partner or children as of June 2026.
