The Dutch national football team has officially announced its provisional squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament. Notably, players Jurrien Timber, Joshua Zirkzee, and Wiffer have been excluded from the lineup.
Surprising Exclusions from the Dutch Squad
Despite recent news of his recovery and return to form, Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has not been included in the provisional squad. Timber, who has been an integral part of Arsenal’s defence, was declared fully fit on May 3, 2024, and had been actively participating in first-team training sessions. His exclusion comes as a surprise given his recent performances and recovery progress.
Joshua Zirkzee and Wiffer, whose roles and recent performances could have been seen as potential for inclusion, have also been left out of the squad. The reasons behind their exclusions have not been detailed by the Dutch national team’s management.
Timber’s Recent Progress at Arsenal
Jurrien Timber’s journey back to full fitness was closely followed by Arsenal fans and football analysts alike. After sustaining an injury, Timber was sidelined but made a strong comeback, impressing manager Mikel Arteta with his skills in training sessions. His readiness was confirmed when he was declared fully fit earlier this month, and he has since been involved in crucial matches for Arsenal.
Despite his efforts and apparent readiness, Timber’s absence from the Dutch squad for Euro 2024 has left fans and commentators questioning the decision-making process of the national team’s coaching staff.