Feyenoord's new goalkeeper, Tjark Ernst, previously played in the Tweede Bundesliga. Ernst was active on the second level in Germany last season. Van Bronckhorst believes that Ernst will need to continue developing his skills to succeed in the Eredivisie. The Feyenoord coach highlighted the significant difference between the Tweede Bundesliga and the Eredivisie and Champions League, stating that it's a challenge that multiple players at the club have had to face. Van Bronckhorst's comments suggest that Ernst will have to take further steps to adapt to the higher level of competition. The club has a policy of attracting and developing talents, giving them the chance to grow and improve.
Feyenoord's Van Bronckhorst on Ernst's Eredivisie challenge
Feyenoord's Giovanni van Bronckhorst has acknowledged that Tjark Ernst, the club's new goalkeeper, has had to make a significant step up from the Tweede Bundesliga to the Eredivisie and Champions League, according to VoetbalPrimeur. Van Bronckhorst made these comments during a post-match interview with Ziggo Sport.
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