In a significant development for FC Twente, the club has successfully secured the future of their promising young centre-back, Ruud Nijstad. The 16-year-old Dutch defender has inked a new long-term contract with the Eredivisie side, extending his stay at the club until June 2027.
Nijstad, who has been attracting attention from some of Europe’s top clubs, made headlines last week following his visit to Juventus’ training facilities in Turin. The interest in the young talent was not limited to the Italian giants, as Eredivisie powerhouses Ajax and PSV were also reportedly keen on securing his services.
Despite the allure of joining more established clubs, Nijstad has opted to continue his development at Twente, showing faith in the club’s project and vision for the future. This decision underscores the defender’s commitment to the club that has been instrumental in his growth as a professional footballer.
The young centre-back’s decision to stay is a testament to Twente’s youth development program and their ability to nurture and retain top talent. Nijstad’s commitment to the club is a significant boost for Twente, as they look to build a competitive team capable of challenging for honours in the Eredivisie and beyond.