Overmars’ Antwerp exit follows renewed health concerns
The Dutch director had been discussing a contract extension before suffering another setback, according to Belgian reporting.
Transfer desk
Dutch football transfers
Confirmed moves and the rumours doing the rounds in the Dutch press — Eredivisie, Keuken Kampioen Divisie and Oranje internationals abroad, all credited to whoever reported it first.
Confirmed deals
RKC Waalwijk sign former NEC winger Virgil Misidjan
The experienced wide player has joined on a free transfer, signing an initial deal through the end of the season.
Jan Boskamp questions Nacho Ferri’s fit at Feyenoord
The former Feyenoord player believes the €9 million striker is not currently being supplied in the way that brought him success at Westerlo.
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Driessen challenges Feyenoord’s account of transfer constraints
The Dutch journalist says Dévy Rigaux’s criticism of the financial legacy left by Dennis te Kloese does not match Feyenoord’s recent transfer decisions.
Voetbal International sets 10 September release for new season guide
The publication will feature updated Eredivisie and Keuken Kampioen Divisie squads, transfer activity, player profiles and a look back at 70 years of the Dutch top flight.
Jean-Paul Boëtius open to offers after RKC departure
The former Feyenoord midfielder is a free agent and says he is ready to join a new club after completing an intensive medical programme.
Ayoni Santos chose PSV despite interest from elsewhere
The 21-year-old attacker completed a deadline-period move from Sparta Rotterdam after making Eindhoven his preferred destination.
Van Bronckhorst pleased with Ferri after Feyenoord starting debut
The Spanish striker rewarded Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s tactical choice by setting up Gjivai Zechiël’s opening goal against NEC Nijmegen.
Youri Baas turns focus back to Ajax after collapsed Porto move
The defender reflected on an intense spell and a heated challenge during Ajax’s 3-1 defeat by PSV.
PSV defender Lutsharel Geertruida releases new single ‘Lit’
The Netherlands international, performing under the name Lutsha, filmed promotional clips for his latest track at the Philips Stadion.
Gasperini backs Donyell Malen to challenge Serie A scoring record
The Roma forward has made a prolific start after scoring 14 times in 18 league appearances last season.
Stewart says Geertruida immediately backed PSV move despite Feyenoord ties
PSV technical director Earnest Stewart says Lutsharel Geertruida remained focused on his career ambitions when pressure grew around his move to Eindhoven.
Clubless Mitchell Dijks admits fitness concerns after Vietnam spell
The former Fortuna Sittard and Ajax defender says he reached 104 kilograms while playing for Nam Dinh FC and must now improve his condition as he searches for another club.
Cruijff backs Ajax strikers Tolu and Leonardo to deliver goals
The Ajax technical director says the two forwards offer different qualities and insists Leonardo’s missed chances are also evidence of encouraging positioning.
Jordi Cruijff backs Ajax rebuild after first full transfer window
Ajax’s technical director says the squad now has a better blend of experience, leadership and youth, while expressing confidence in striker Marcos Leonardo.
Rigaux points to inherited squad and wage issues at Feyenoord
Feyenoord’s new technical director has linked the club’s limited transfer activity and financial difficulties to problems he says were already present.
Heracles chase historic fifth straight win against De Graafschap
Vincent Heilmann’s side have taken 12 points from four matches, with new striker Vincent Poppler and the fit-again Mario Engels available for Friday’s home fixture.
Ibrahim Sadiq leaves AZ for Colorado Rapids
The 26-year-old Ghanaian winger has completed a move to Major League Soccer after three seasons in Alkmaar.
Heracles loan Luka Kulenovic to Hungarian champions ETO FC Győr
The 26-year-old striker will spend the remainder of the season in Hungary after requesting a move away from Almelo.
NAC agree Valerius move to Minnesota United
Cherrion Valerius will join Minnesota United on loan before a performance-based obligation to buy can take effect in January 2027.
PSV and Ajax lead VI’s debate over Eredivisie transfer-window winners
The traditional top three generated the largest fees, but AZ’s retained core and experienced additions could make the league leaders surprise contenders.
PSV bring Danish striker prospect Mikkel Bro Hansen to Eindhoven
The former FC Midtjylland and Aarhus GF academy player will train with PSV’s senior squad while initially gaining match experience for Jong PSV.
PEC Zwolle bring back Filip Krastev on loan from Lommel
The 24-year-old attacking midfielder has returned for a third spell in Zwolle, with PEC securing an option to make the move permanent.
Telstar sign former Ajax winger Ar’jany Martha on loan
The 22-year-old Curaçao international arrives from Rotherham United for the rest of the season, with Telstar securing an option to buy.
Jordan Lotomba completes Feyenoord exit for Celtic
The Swiss right-back has ended his two-year spell in Rotterdam and signed a one-season contract with the Scottish club.
PSV midfielder Joël van den Berg completes Celtic move
The 19-year-old leaves Eindhoven in a late summer-window deal reportedly worth around €4 million.
NAC Breda sign versatile Mohamed Bouchouari from Wydad AC
The 25-year-old has agreed a four-year contract in Breda after returning to Dutch football from Morocco.
Luuk Brouwers leaves Heerenveen for Omonia Nicosia after transfer dispute
The 28-year-old midfielder has completed an immediate move to Cyprus, ending a three-year spell in Friesland.
Ajax’s Gerónimo Spina signing draws fierce criticism over Jong team policy
The Deadline Day arrival from Atlético Madrid has reopened debate about Ajax’s use of foreign recruits and first-team players in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie.
Ajax add Argentine centre-back Spina to Jong Ajax squad
The Amsterdam club have continued the international recruitment drive for their second team with another arrival from Atlético Madrid.
PSV sign Ayoni Santos from Sparta Rotterdam on five-year deal
The 21-year-old attacking midfielder becomes PSV’s sixth addition of the transfer window after making his senior breakthrough at Sparta.
Heracles Almelo sign Swedish striker Vincent Poppler
The 25-year-old arrives from Trelleborg FF on a two-year contract that includes an option for a further season.
Berghuis unfazed by Tsygankov competition at Ajax, says Kraay
The 34-year-old is reportedly comfortable playing in several roles and has no concerns about competing with Ajax’s new right winger.
Quinten Timber completes late Crystal Palace move
The Netherlands international has left Olympique Marseille for London in a €20 million transfer, signing a deal through to 2031.
PEC Zwolle sign Sydney van Hooijdonk on season-long loan
The 26-year-old striker returns to the Eredivisie six months after leaving NAC Breda for Estrela Amadora.
Dion Versluis leaves NAC Breda for Kozakken Boys
The striker has agreed a return to Kozakken Boys after making seven first-team appearances during his time in Breda.
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Ajax goalkeeper Paul Reverson joins De Graafschap on loan
The 21-year-old moves to Doetinchem in search of regular senior football, with a purchase option included in the agreement.
Ajax add experienced defender Thilo Kehrer to squad
The German international strengthens a position left short following the departures of Ko Itakura and Josip Sutalo.
Rumour mill
Barcelona tipped to field strongest side against Feyenoord
Spanish media expect Hansi Flick to select a formidable line-up for the Champions League meeting at Camp Nou, with Rodri set for a notable start.
Dutch prospect Safouane Benzahra reportedly agrees new Monaco deal
The 18-year-old former NAC Breda academy player is said to have reached a verbal agreement until 2029 after making his Ligue 1 debut against Paris Saint-Germain.
Opta model gives PSV play-off hope but predicts early Feyenoord exit
The Dutch clubs are rated as major outsiders for the Champions League trophy, while Arsenal lead Opta’s pre-season projections.
Ruud Nijstad admits Barcelona interest was difficult to ignore
The FC Twente defender says the clubs held contact, but Twente made clear that he would not be allowed to leave.
Feyenoord’s Hadj Moussa decision dominates Eredivisie discussion
VI reviews a busy Saturday featuring PSV’s victory over Ajax, late relief for AZ and Feyenoord’s refusal to sanction a lucrative move for Anis Hadj Moussa.
Frenkie de Jong targets October return to Barcelona training
The Netherlands midfielder reportedly hopes to rejoin Barcelona’s squad on 8 October as he continues conservative treatment for a knee injury.
Driessen identifies three PSV players who may have caught Xavi’s eye
The Dutch columnist believes Ruben van Bommel, Lutsharel Geertruida and Guus Til gave the Oranje coach something to consider during PSV’s 3-1 win at Ajax.
Driessen believes Xavi saw only three Oranje candidates in Ajax-PSV
The columnist felt the new Netherlands coach would have been concerned by the standard of PSV’s 3-1 Eredivisie victory in Amsterdam.
Ruben van Bommel tipped for first Netherlands call-up after PSV display
Karim El Ahmadi and Arnold Bruggink believe the PSV winger could enter the senior Oranje squad following his performance in a 3-1 win at Ajax.
PSV tipped to start Til ahead of Pepi against Ajax
Peter Bosz is expected to retain his defence for Saturday’s Eredivisie fixture, with Lutsharel Geertruida reportedly set to remain among the substitutes.
Feyenoord reportedly reach verbal agreement with Gjivai Zechiël
The Rotterdam club are said to have made progress on a new contract for the 22-year-old midfielder, whose current deal runs until 2028.
Ajax exits collapse as Gakpo, Pepi and Hadj Moussa also stay put
Owen Wijndal’s proposed departure unravelled at the last moment, while several other Netherlands-linked players remained with their clubs despite summer interest.
Kasper Dolberg stays at Ajax after Midtjylland talks fall short
The Danish striker reportedly held late negotiations over a return to his homeland, but the parties could not agree financial terms before the window closed.
AZ signing Sam De Grand reportedly set for Lommel loan after six weeks
The 21-year-old left-back is expected to return to his former club for the rest of the season in search of senior playing time.
Ajax sign Kehrer and Spina as Dutch clubs accelerate deadline-day business
PSV, FC Utrecht and NAC Breda have also completed signings, while Ajax may still move for another midfielder and Feyenoord could lose Jordan Lotomba.
Ajax transfer moves bring major Adingra outlay and Reverson backlash
The Amsterdam club are reportedly committing €3.8m to Simon Adingra’s loan, while their decision to let young goalkeeper Paul Reverson join De Graafschap has angered supporters.
Ajax remain alert for late midfield opportunity after lining up three deals
Jordi Cruijff could make another deadline-day move, with Thilo Kehrer, Simon Adingra and Leo Salazar Hinojosa reportedly close to completing switches to Amsterdam.
Ajax’s Cruijff era brings sharper change in transfer strategy
Ajax watcher Johan Inan says Jordi Cruijff has adopted a more direct approach than Alex Kroes, although the financial impact cannot yet be established.
Dani Ceballos chooses Real Betis return after Ajax interest
The Spanish midfielder has reportedly rejoined his former club on a deal running until 2029, ending Ajax’s hopes of taking him to Amsterdam.
Ajax close in on loan move for Monaco defender Thilo Kehrer
The Amsterdam club are reportedly negotiating a season-long deal for the Germany international while also working to add Sunderland winger Simon Adingra.
PSV close in on €3m deal for Bodø/Glimt prospect Mikkel Bro Hansen
The 17-year-old striker is reportedly set for a medical in Eindhoven after PSV reached an agreement for his transfer.
RB Leipzig reportedly agree €1.8m deal for Sparta teenager Gennaro Wijks
The 16-year-old winger is said to have completed a medical ahead of a three-year contract in Germany despite not yet making his professional debut.