Crisis at Feyenoord Over Anis Hadj Moussa Transfer

Anis Hadj Moussa, the 24-year-old Franco-Algerian forward for Feyenoord, finds himself in a tense situation following an increased offer from Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad, which has now risen to 37 million euros. This predicament has intensified after the departure of Japanese player Ayase Ueda to Lille, leaving Hadj Moussa as the star of the team.

Feyenoord's coach, Gio van Bronckhorst, addressed the issue in a press conference ahead of the match against NEC, where he tried to ease concerns by stating that the player had not expressed any intentions of leaving the club. Despite his comments, reports indicate that Hadj Moussa is unhappy due to the club's lack of cooperation in facilitating his transfer, which represents a significant financial step in his career.

Additionally, although Hadj Moussa dreamed of a lucrative transfer to Al-Ittihad, the possibility seems to be fading due to a lack of agreement on payment terms, resulting in a crisis at the club. According to various reports, Feyenoord has been unable to accept the terms offered by the Arabs before a stipulated deadline.

Meanwhile, Feyenoord is preparing for their match in the 2026-27 Champions League on Wednesday against FC Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou. This encounter will mark Feyenoord's debut in the group stage of the European tournament, following a recent 3-1 victory over NEC, where Gijvai Zechiel stood out, scoring one goal and assisting two others.

Feyenoord's sporting director, Dévy Rigaux, has also been consulted regarding the team's reaction to the start of the Champions League, asserting that they do not feel anxious at this moment, although they are aware of the need to be prepared for the challenge posed by Barcelona.

For now, uncertainty surrounding Hadj Moussa's future and his potential transfer remains, as the team focuses on their upcoming match, which could be a turning point in the season and may influence their immediate decisions about the player.