Yousri Sbai, a 22-year-old defender with Dutch and Moroccan citizenship who developed in NEC's youth academy, has joined FC Utrecht on a loan agreement until June 30, 2027. Sbai, who has made four official appearances for NEC, will initially join the reserve team at Utrecht. The loan deal includes an option for FC Utrecht to purchase the player. Sbai's contract with NEC is valid until the summer of 2028. During the latter half of the last season, Sbai was on loan at VVV Venlo, where he participated in seventeen Keuken Kampioen Divisie matches. Speaking to FC Utrecht's club channels, Sbai said his choice was based on his confidence in the progress he can make at the club and his goal to secure significant playing time for his continued development. Carlos Aalbers, NEC's technical director, communicated to his club's channels that Sbai's playing opportunities were limited for this season. Aalbers also mentioned that this transfer offers Sbai a chance for more playing time and further development, and he wished him success.