Feyenoord Crisis! Key Players Out, Injury Shocks, and Transfer Drama!
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Feyenoord is facing a tumultuous period ahead of their Champions League qualification campaign. Injuries and transfer sagas are plaguing the squad, leaving fans anxious about the team's prospects.
Hancko's Imminent Departure
Robin van Persie has confirmed that defender Dávid Hancko is on the verge of a transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr. "Hancko is finalising his transfer. He is still in that process, so that is the reason he is not here today," Van Persie stated. The transfer is expected to be announced soon.
Beelen's Serious Injury
Adding to Feyenoord's woes, Thomas Beelen suffered what appears to be a serious injury during a friendly match against KAA Gent. The defender was visibly in pain after a heavy impact on his leg, and screens were erected around him for privacy. Players temporarily left the field, and Beelen was stretchered off. The extent of the injury is yet to be confirmed, but it looks likely he'll be out for a while.
Other Absences Mount Up
Brazilian forward Paixão is currently in Brazil recovering from an injury, ruling him out of the Gent match. Anis Hadj Moussa is also sidelined with a minor injury, with Feyenoord opting not to risk him. New signing Luciano Valente was also absent.
Champions League Qualification in Jeopardy?
With Hancko likely gone and Beelen potentially out for an extended period, Feyenoord's defense is looking thin ahead of their Champions League qualifiers, starting on August 5th or 6th. The team will need to regroup and find solutions quickly to navigate these challenges.
The friendly match against Gent was briefly suspended due to Beelen's injury. The match was 1-1 at the time of the incident. Sem Steijn scored for Feyenoord.