Calvin Stengs stated that he wanted to return to a familiar environment where he feels comfortable. He added that the coach, with whom he had previously worked, also gave him very positive feelings and that for him and his family this was the best decision.

AZ announced via their official channels that Calvin Stengs has officially returned to the club. The midfielder/winger arrives from Feyenoord and has signed a contract until mid-2027, which includes an option for an additional year.

De Telegraaf reports that Calvin Stengs signed a one-year contract with AZ on Monday evening at 19:30. Stengs passed the medical examination successfully. News had emerged on Saturday that AZ was working on the return of Stengs, three days after his contract was terminated at Feyenoord. It became clear a day later that Stengs would return to the AFAS Stadion, subject to final formalities.

Calvin Stengs could return to AZ, where he previously played in the first team from 2017 to 2021 after progressing through the youth academy. The 27-year-old Dutch playmaker is a free agent following the termination of his contract at Feyenoord earlier this week, which prompted the Alkmaar club to act quickly. De Telegraaf reports that Stengs has already undergone a secret medical examination. According to the newspaper, a return is considered to be highly likely. The player originally left AZ in 2021, when he was sold to OGC Nice for seventeen million euros. The Netherlands international, who has 8 caps and 3 goals for his country, has a current Transfermarkt market value of €4.50m. Several other clubs, including Leicester City, Celtic, and Antwerp, have also been linked with the player.