NEC is nearing an agreement to sign nineteen-year-old Dutch-Nigerian winger Dele Thomas from RB Leipzig on a one-season loan. Thomas is being allowed to leave the German club temporarily as he is not expected to receive significant playing time with the first team, having joined from PSV last winter on a five-year contract. While several clubs were reportedly interested in the left-winger, NEC is now the most likely to sign him. If the final details are resolved, Thomas is scheduled to undergo a medical examination on Tuesday. NEC trainer Schreuder has had extensive discussions with the player and is enthusiastic about the potential move. He has 10 caps and 2 goals for the Netherlands U19 team. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.00m.