René Bot (born 6 November 1978 in Velsen) is a Dutch retired footballer.

After a loan period at the club, Bot joined De Graafschap definitively in 1999[1] and was part of their first team for over ten years.

An unyielding defender, Bot became a cult hero at the club due to his tough style and loyalty.

[2] He ended his professional career with Eerste Divisie side AGOVV Apeldoorn.

[3] Due to a long period of injuries[4] he only played eleven matches in two years.