Sem Steijn Transfer from FC Twente to Feyenoord
Sem Steijn is set to leave Twente at the end of the season, likely as the top scorer of the Eredivisie. FC Twente's technical director, Arnold Bruggink, has confirmed that Steijn has been sold to Feyenoord and they will not be seeking a direct replacement for him.
Feyenoord pays a record amount for Sem Steijn. The midfielder signs a contract until mid-2029 at De Kuip. He will finish the season at Twente, where he is on course for the top scorer title with 23 goals this season. Feyenoord pays around ten million euros to Twente. According to Voetbal International, the amount can rise to thirteen million euros with bonuses. Feyenoord has never paid so much for a player before.
Feyenoord is interested in Sem Steijn as a replacement for Paixao, albeit in a slightly different role. Joseph Oosting, coach of Twente, mentioned having some knowledge about Feyenoord's interest.
Feyenoord reached an agreement with FC Twente for the transfer of Sem Steijn. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder also had interest from AS Roma and Internazionale, but he preferred Feyenoord. The transfer fee is around ten million euros, but including bonuses, it could rise to eleven million. This makes him the most expensive signing in Feyenoord's history, surpassing David Hancko, who was signed for 8.3 million euros. A four-year contract is ready for Steijn, pending a medical examination.
The transfer of Sem Steijn to Feyenoord is almost complete, with only a signature on a document pending. Hans Kraay junior confirmed this information at Goedemorgen Eredivisie on ESPN. The transfer fee is confirmed to be ten million euros, despite earlier reports suggesting thirteen million. It is noted that Steijn will become the most expensive incoming transfer for Feyenoord, surpassing the previous record held by David Hancko.
Tuttomercato reports on Feyenoord's interest in acquiring Sem Steijn from Twente in the upcoming transfer window. Feyenoord and their coach Robin van Persie have expressed a strong desire to acquire Sem Steijn from Twente in the upcoming summer transfer window. Sem Steijn, a midfielder born in 2003, has scored 27 goals this season, 23 in the Eredivisie. Feyenoord has reportedly had new positive talks with Twente, leading to a preliminary agreement for Steijn's transfer to De Kuip in the summer.
Feyenoord is negotiating with FC Twente to sign Eredivisie top scorer Sem Steijn. The negotiations are reportedly progressing well, and there is a possibility that both clubs will reach an agreement this weekend.
Willem van Hanegem advocates for the transfer of Sem Steijn to Feyenoord, highlighting Steijn's performance as the current top scorer of the Eredivisie. Feyenoord has made an offer to FC Twente, reportedly less than ten million euros. Van Hanegem acknowledges the differences between Feyenoord and Twente, emphasizing Steijn's potential despite concerns about his size.
Feyenoord has shown concrete interest in Sem Steijn, with an offer of eight million euros reported by De Telegraaf. However, this amount does not meet the rumored release clause of ten million euros, which Bruggink claims does not exist.
CalcioMercato reports that Feyenoord is leading the race for Sem Steijn, with a first offer already made to Twente. Feyenoord appears to be leading the race for Sem Steijn, having made a first offer to Twente. The 23-year-old midfielder has been a standout performer with 27 goals and 6 assists this season. Despite a contract renewal until 2028, he could leave for 10 million euros next summer.
Tuttomercato reports on Feyenoord's official proposal for Twente's Sem Steijn.
Feyenoord has made an opening bid for Sem Steijn. However, the bid does not meet the rumored release clause of ten million euros, which FC Twente's technical director, Arnold Bruggink, claims does not exist.
According to Algemeen Dagblad, Feyenoord wants to complete the transfer of Sem Steijn before the end of the season. Feyenoord has made an opening bid for the midfielder, who is the top scorer in the Eredivisie this season with 23 goals. The bid is reported to be below the rumored ten million euro release clause, but it could serve as a starting point for further negotiations. Although FC Twente denies an official ten million clause, they have agreed to cooperate if a club offers an attractive amount and Steijn is interested in the move.
Feyenoord has made an opening bid to FC Twente for Sem Steijn, who is the top scorer of the Eredivisie with 23 goals. Steijn extended his contract with FC Twente last year, which includes a release clause of ten million euros. The bid from Feyenoord is reportedly below this amount. Both FC Twente and Steijn see the upcoming summer as a good time for a transfer. Steijn has been with FC Twente since the summer of 2022, scoring 52 goals and providing 11 assists in 117 appearances.
Hans Kraay jr. has repeatedly advised Feyenoord to acquire Sem Steijn from FC Twente. According to Voetbal International, well-informed sources suggest that Feyenoord will indeed make the call to FC Twente. Kraay is pleased with this development. Steijn is allowed to leave FC Twente for around ten million euros, and his contract runs until the summer of 2028. This season, he scored 26 goals in 39 official matches for FC Twente.
Feyenoord is reportedly interested in acquiring Sem Steijn, who is currently the top scorer in the Eredivisie. Martijn Krabbendam from Voetbal International suggests that Feyenoord might make an attempt to sign him, indicating that the club believes he can perform at all levels. Krabbendam mentions that Feyenoord is convinced of Steijn's abilities, especially given his consistent performance over two years.
Hans Kraay Jr. suggests that Sem Steijn, known for his goal-scoring ability, would be a perfect fit for Feyenoord. Despite recently extending his contract with FC Twente and no sale clause being included, Kraay believes the directors of FC Twente, Arnold Bruggink and Jan Streuer, are willing to let him move to a Dutch top club for around ten million euros. Kraay urges Feyenoord's director, Dennis te Kloese, to act quickly before international clubs make higher offers.
Hans Kraay jr, Mario Been, and Kees Kwakman discussed in VoetbalPraat on ESPN that Sem Steijn would be a good option for Feyenoord. Mario Been mentioned a specific amount of eleven million euros, which Feyenoord received for surviving in the Champions League, suggesting that this amount could be used to cover the transfer costs. Kraay suggested contacting Arnold Bruggink to inquire about Steijn's price.
During a discussion on Studio Voetbal, there was a mention of a limited transfer fee of 7.5 million euros for Sem Steijn. According to Pierre van Hooijdonk, this was the amount in question. However, Jan Streuer from FC Twente clarified to RTV Oost that Steijn's contract does not include such a clause. Steijn has recently extended his contract until mid-2028. Despite rumors that Feyenoord might pursue him this winter, there appears to be no genuine interest or ongoing negotiations. Steijn's recent achievements, such as scoring a hattrick against Willem II and leading the Eredivisie with fifteen goals, have prompted discussions. Nevertheless, Jan Streuer reiterated that no agreements on a limited transfer fee exist, contradicting the claims made on the program.
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