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Lech Poznan explore move for Feyenoord midfielder Jakub Moder
The Polish club are considering bringing the 27-year-old back to his former side, although salary and transfer-fee demands could complicate a deal.
The daily dispatch · Editie vandaag
Every Eredivisie and Oranje story worth reading, translated by breakfast.
We read the Dutch press each morning, verify the facts, and write them up in English, with links to the source.
Netherlands lock in top seeding as Xavi Simons steps up recovery
Oranje are guaranteed a place in Pot 1 for the Euro 2028 qualifying draw, while injured midfielder Xavi Simons has offered an encouraging update on his rehabilitation.
Vincent Janssen puts historic Portland hat-trick behind him in play-off push
The former AZ and Almere City forward says his focus is on helping the Portland Timbers qualify for the MLS play-offs as he continues building fitness.
Ruud Gullit changes his mind on Gjivai Zechiël after Oranje debut
The former Netherlands international says the Feyenoord midfielder exceeded his expectations during his first senior international window.
Corinthians sack Fernando Diniz after defeat and costly Memphis miss
The Dutch forward hit the post from close range as Internacional won 2-1, with Diniz dismissed shortly after another setback in Corinthians’ relegation fight.
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Corinthians sack Diniz after seventh straight defeat as Ramón Díaz is linked
Memphis Depay’s club have changed coach amid a relegation fight, with a former Corinthians boss reportedly under consideration for a return.
Ruud Gullit encouraged by Netherlands and Xavi but retains defensive concerns
The former Oranje international offered a broadly positive assessment while identifying the national team’s back line as an unresolved worry.
Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg undergoes surgery on ACL injury
The Denmark international will begin his recovery in his homeland before returning to Amsterdam to continue his rehabilitation with Ajax.
Kees Smit close to agreeing improved AZ contract
The 20-year-old midfielder is expected to sign a new deal in Alkmaar if the remaining details can be resolved.
Rick Kruys sets NAC target of moving above MVV
The NAC Breda head coach has outlined his priorities before Friday’s meeting with MVV, including fitness and the balance between attack and defence.
NAC academy goalkeeper Samuel Feijoo Jimeno joins Deportivo
The 16-year-old has returned to his home region in Spain after one season in NAC Breda’s youth system.
ESPN reportedly ends Women’s Eredivisie switch programme
The broadcaster is said to have dropped its multi-match coverage format for financial reasons, although individual league fixtures will remain available.
Belgian media praise Van Bommel’s progress but sound alarm after France collapse
Belgium’s promising display unravelled in the closing stages of a 4-1 defeat, leaving the press encouraged by Roméo Lavia but concerned by the side’s late loss of control.
Sofyan Amrabat backs Ajax teenager Abdellah Ouazane for the top
The experienced Morocco midfielder has praised his 17-year-old club-mate’s ability and mentality after an impressive start in Ajax’s first team.
Guatemalan media call for Etienne Vaessen suspension after Suriname defeat
The FC Groningen goalkeeper has faced criticism over footage said to show him making an obscene gesture towards supporters following a tense Nations League match.
FC Twente withdraws staff and players from regional football talk show
The Enschede club says it will no longer cooperate with 1Twente programme Voetbaltijd because it believes the show has aired lies or inaccuracies.
Tuvalu international Alama set for trial with VVV-Venlo
The 23-year-old left-back will travel from Oceania to the Netherlands for an opportunity to earn a contract in Venlo.
Jong Oranje face decisive Bosnia qualifier with second place at stake
The Netherlands Under-21s must improve their position in the final group match as Israel face leaders Norway at the same time.
Suriname alleges racist abuse after Nations League elimination in Guatemala
Go Ahead Eagles forward Richonell Margaret was sent off before a stoppage-time goal ended Suriname’s quarter-final hopes, with disorder breaking out after the final whistle.
Vaessen involved in confrontation after Suriname’s late defeat in Guatemala
The FC Groningen goalkeeper shared an SVB statement alleging racist abuse after a 1-0 loss ended Suriname’s Nations League campaign.
Ten-man Suriname suffer stoppage-time Nations League elimination
Henk Fraser’s side needed only a draw in Guatemala but conceded the decisive goal late on after substitute Richonell Margaret was sent off.
Van Bommel urges patience after Belgium’s heavy France defeat
The Dutch coach says Belgium remain a work in progress after ending his first international window with two wins and two losses.
Derksen questions KNVB decision to overlook Van Bommel for Oranje
The Dutch pundit believes Belgium coach Mark van Bommel could have been a stronger choice than Xavi Hernández after Ronald Koeman’s departure.
Virgil van Dijk honoured after reaching 100 Netherlands caps
The Oranje captain received several commemorative gifts following a 2-1 victory over Serbia and says he has no intention of stopping at a century of appearances.
Suriname denied Nations League quarter-final place by 96th-minute Guatemala winner
Henk Fraser’s side slipped from top spot to third after Richonell Margaret’s red card and Matthew Evans’ dramatic late goal.