Fulham are close to finalizing a $42 million deal to sign U.S. men’s national team star forward Ricardo Pepi, sources tell GOAL. The move is expected to go through ahead of the summer transfer window after two-consecutive January windows of near misses for the PSV striker, who now looks poised to make a switch to the Premier League.
AZ sensation Kees Smit has put Europe's elite on high alert by revealing his desire to secure a move to La Liga in the near future. The 20-year-old midfielder, who has become one of the most coveted young talents in the Eredivisie, is currently being monitored by both Real Madrid and Barcelona as they look to bolster their respective squads with the next generation of Dutch quality.
Former international footballer Quincy Promes has confessed to stabbing a relative at a family gathering in Netherlands in 2020. The dramatic admission came during his appeal hearing on Tuesday. While the player previously contested the charges, his legal team now acknowledges he caused physical injury, shifting their focus towards a plea of self-defence.
Wesley Sneijder’s highly anticipated return to football with Dutch amateur side OSM’75 has quickly turned sour. Following a one-nil victory over league leaders Focus’07, the fourth-tier club now face a potential points deduction. Rivals claim OSM’75 broke the rules by using four substitution windows instead of the permitted three, leaving the KNVB to investigate the matter.
Feyenoord have reportedly made a definitive decision on Robin van Persie's position after a crunch board meeting. The Manchester United legend faced open hostility from the stands during a disappointing draw with NAC on Sunday, which left Feyenoord 19 points adrift of Eredivisie leaders PSV.
Ajax are the most successful club in Eredivisie history, securing the league title a record 36 times. Their most recent league triumph came at the end of the 2021-22 season.
How many teams are in the Eredivisie?
The Eredivisie currently features 18 teams competing in the league, which has been the norm since the 1966-67 season. From its inception in 1956 till 1962, there were 18 teams, too, but the number was reduced to 16 between 1962 and 1966.
Who has made the most Eredivisie appearances ever?
Pim Doesburg holds the Eredivisie record for the most appearances, having played in 687 matches over his career. His longevity and consistency between the posts as a goalkeeper made him a standout figure in Dutch football.
Who is the all-time top scorer of the Eredivisie?
Willy van der Kuijlen holds the title of the Eredivisie's all-time top scorer, netting an impressive 311 goals throughout his career. His goal-scoring record remains unmatched in the history of Dutch football.
Who has the most assists in the history of the Eredivisie?
Dutch great Johan Cruyff has registered the most assists in Eredivisie history, setting up his teammates a scintillating 150 times.
Who is the oldest player ever in the Eredivise and how old was he?
Former Dutch goalkeeper Jan Jongbloed is the oldest-ever player to feature in an Eredivise game. Jongbloed was 44 years and 287 days old when he achieved this feat, playing for Go Ahead Eagles against the now-dissolved HFC Haarlem.
Who is the youngest player ever in the Eredivisie and how old was he?
Wim Kras made history as the youngest-ever player in the Eredivisie in 1959, debuting as a right winger for Volendam in a game against Ajax at the age of 15 years and 290 days.
Which famous players have played in the Eredivisie?
Prominent players who have featured in the Eredivisie include legends like Johan Cruyff, Ruud Gullit, Marco van Basten, Dennis Bergkamp, Arjen Robben, Robin van Persie, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Luis Suarez.
Which famous managers have managed in the Eredivisie?
Rinus Michels, Louis van Gaal, and Guus Hiddink are some of Eredivisie's most renowned managers.
What is the biggest stadium in the Eredivisie?
The Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, which is the home to Ajax, is the biggest stadium in the Eredivisie with a capacity of 55,865.
Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Eredivisie?
Steven Bergwijn is Eredivisie's most expensive player of all-time, having cost Ajax €31.25 million when signing him from Spurs in 2022.