Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38, just weeks after being removed from FIFA's list of World Cup officials following a UK police investigation that was ultimately dropped for lack of evidence.
Erik ten Hag has officially taken his name out of consideration to become the new Netherlands head coach following Ronald Koeman's departure. The former Manchester United manager insisted he remains completely committed to his current project as technical director at FC Twente, leaving the Dutch Football Association (KNVB) to look elsewhere for a saviour.
Newcastle United have completed the signing of highly-rated teenage midfielder Sean Steur from Ajax in a transfer deal worth up to £23 million. The 18-year-old prospect arrived on Tyneside to complete his medical before putting pen to paper on a long-term contract, with the Magpies successfully securing one of European football's brightest young talents.
FC Groningen have been rocked by a sophisticated identity theft scam that saw an English footballer left stranded at Schiphol airport waiting for a transfer that didn't exist. Scammers posing as the Dutch club’s technical director, Mo Allach (pictured), used forged documents and fake email addresses to dupe agents into believing official negotiations were underway.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen is closing in on a loan move to Ajax after Barcelona reached a verbal agreement with the Dutch club. The Catalans are set to cover the majority of the goalkeeper's wages as they look to reduce their salary bill, while the Germany international hopes to revive his career after injuries and limited playing time.
Bayern Munich have officially announced the signing of Morocco international Ismael Saibari from PSV in a major summer deal. The 25-year-old forward, who is currently enjoying a sensational, ongoing standout campaign at the World Cup, joins the German giants on a long-term contract following his success in the Eredivisie.
