Why Feyenoord can't land big names now

Feyenoord has failed to secure major signings this transfer summer because, according to clubwatcher Martijn Krabbendam (Voetbal International), the club simply lacks the necessary cash. The absence of a new goalkeeper and stalled midfield deals highlight the financial squeeze.

Which goalkeeper remains out of reach?

Tjark Ernst, the 26‑year‑old Hertha BSC keeper, is still at the top of the list. His €5 million release clause makes him attractive, but “the money isn’t there right now,” Krabbendam says, blocking the move. Meanwhile, experienced Norwegian Ørjan Nyland, who commands no transfer fee, has been floated as a cheaper option, yet he also remains unsigned.

Midfield: why Sami Ouaïssa hasn't arrived yet

NEC’s Sami Ouaïssa has long been on Feyenoord’s radar. The Rotterdam side still awaits a concrete bid or serious talks, but NEC recently sold Basar Önal to LOSC Lille for a record sum. That windfall reduces the pressure to let Ouaïssa go, extending the negotiation timeline.

Left‑back crisis after Jordan Bos injury

Jordan Bos, the Australian left‑back, suffered a injury at the World Cup and is currently sidelined. If Bos stays out longer, Gijs Smal remains the only fit option in that role. The club now must decide whether to seek a replacement or hope for a swift recovery.

Where does Feyenoord stand currently?

Feyenoord sits second in the Eredivisie with 65 points (19W‑8D‑7L) and a recent form of WDWWD. The team has scored 70 goals and conceded 44 (+26 goal difference) but trails leaders PSV Eindhoven by 19 points. The next fixture is an away match against AZ Alkmaar on 2027‑01‑31, with AZ sitting seventh.

What does this mean for the rest of the season?

Without new reinforcements, Feyenoord must rely on its existing core. The financial limitation may force the club to be more inventive in the winter window or to promote youth talent from its academy. For now, the transfer summer is a missed opportunity, but the title race stays alive as long as the points gap doesn’t become insurmountable.