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Excelsior sign Alireza Jahanbakhsh on one-year contract
The 32-year-old Iran winger has returned to the Eredivisie after leaving Belgian side Dender as a free agent.
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Every Eredivisie and Oranje story worth reading, translated daily.
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PSV reach Rangers agreement for Couhaib Driouech transfer
The winger is expected in Glasgow for a medical before completing a reported €8 million move on a four-year contract.
PEC Zwolle defender Sherel Floranus accepts three-match suspension
The left-back will serve two games immediately after being sent off during PEC Zwolle’s 2-0 home defeat by Ajax.
NEC close in on Austrian goalkeeper Polster as Cillessen replacement
The Nijmegen club are reportedly set to turn to Wolfsberger’s 24-year-old goalkeeper after Jasper Cillessen allowed his contract to expire.
Rangers step up pursuit of PSV winger Couhaib Driouech
The Scottish club have reportedly returned with an improved offer after PSV rejected a bid worth more than €7 million, while Celta Vigo and Colorado Rapids remain interested.
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Heerenveen edge Twente as Eredivisie opening round concludes
Ajax, Feyenoord, Groningen and Heerenveen all opened with Sunday victories, while PSV were held at home by Fortuna Sittard.
Ajax coach Míchel stresses Mika Godts’ value amid PSG interest
The Belgian winger’s fitness is also being monitored before Ajax’s Conference League trip to Shelbourne, while Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly preparing an improved offer.
PEC Zwolle reduced to 10 men as Ajax opener remains goalless
Sherel Floranus was sent off after the interval, while play in Zwolle was also briefly suspended because of a medical emergency in the stands.
Artem Stepanov unavailable for FC Utrecht trip to Groningen
Bayer Leverkusen have not yet released the on-loan striker for the next stage of his spell in Utrecht, while illness has also depleted Anthony Correia’s squad.
FC Twente switch focus to Eredivisie opener at Heerenveen
John van den Brom says his side must respond quickly after European duty as Twente begin their league campaign in Friesland.
Ter Stegen starts as Ajax make four changes for PEC Zwolle opener
Míchel Sánchez has selected the summer signing in goal and reshaped three positions in defence for Ajax’s first Eredivisie match of the season.
Buijs hails Fortuna game plan after late equaliser at PSV
The Fortuna Sittard coach said his side deliberately sought to exploit uncertainty in PSV’s defence before securing a point at the Philips Stadion.
Youri Baas future questioned after losing Ajax starting place
The defender has remained on the bench as Míchel Sánchez favours Daley Blind and Aaron Bouwman, prompting discussion of a possible departure.
Joël Drommel returns to FC Twente on four-year contract
The 29-year-old goalkeeper has left PSV and rejoined his former club after spending last season on loan at Sparta Rotterdam.
FC Twente outline possible date change for Conference League play-off trip
A potential away fixture against FK Qarabağ could be brought forward by one day if several qualification conditions are met.
FC Twente publish highlights from Genk friendly
The Enschede club have released a short video recap of their first-team pre-season meeting with KRC Genk.
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FC TwenteFC Twente beaten by Genk despite late Marko Pjaca goal
John van den Brom’s side struck the woodwork three times before Pjaca reduced the deficit in a 2-1 friendly defeat at the Cegeka Arena.
Ajax hand new arrivals starting roles as Arokodare awaits possible debut
Caio Henrique and Marcos Leonardo start against FC Volendam, while Wolves loanee Tolu Arokodare is named among the substitutes before Ajax’s Conference League qualifier.
Regional broadcasters scale back live radio coverage of Dutch football
RTV Rijnmond, RTV Noord and L1 are moving resources away from regular live match commentary and towards digital coverage.
PSV retain hope of reviving Kodai Sano talks with NEC
The Eindhoven club reportedly believe the midfielder’s agent could help bridge a substantial gap in valuation.
Ajax reportedly make contract offer to Julian Brandt
The former Borussia Dortmund midfielder is available on a free transfer, but Leeds United are reportedly his preferred destination.
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PSV’s Obispo talks with Lens stall amid conflicting reports
A proposed move to RC Lens has hit trouble, with competing accounts over whether personal terms or PSV’s transfer demands caused the delay.
Ramiz Zerrouki completes permanent return to FC Twente
The 28-year-old midfielder has signed a four-year contract in Enschede after spending last season back at the club on loan.