Financial Warning for Dutch Clubs

Jan de Jong, the director of the Eredivisie CV, has issued a warning about the financial consequences of poor European performances by Dutch clubs. He claims that losing European starting places can cost tens of millions of euros annually.

Financial Warning

Jan de Jong has stated in an interview with Goedemorgen Eredivisie on ESPN that Dutch clubs cannot afford the financial fall-out of poor European performances. He points to the performances in the Conference League, where the Netherlands has made significant strides on the UEFA coefficient rankings in the past. "What has worked well is that we have picked up a lot of points in the Conference League. For example, when Feyenoord reached the final against AS Roma, we quickly moved from 13th to 6th place," he explains.

Key Role for Ajax and FC Twente

The Eredivisie director sees a crucial role for Ajax and FC Twente, who are active in the Conference League qualifying rounds this season. "So, if Ajax and FC Twente pick up a lot of points in the Conference League, we can regain a certain position." According to De Jong, the Netherlands must reassess its approach to the third European club competition. "We need to pick up points in the Conference League. Teams that are stable should play there."

European Income

The director stresses that European income is difficult to compensate for in other ways. "That money cannot be earned with a new media contract, it cannot be earned with a sponsorship contract, and it cannot be earned from abroad. It can only be earned from European football. So, we must focus on regaining that position as quickly as possible."

Conclusion

Jan de Jong's warning serves as a crucial reminder for Dutch clubs that European performances have a significant impact on their finances. It is essential that clubs like Ajax and FC Twente deliver a strong performance in the Conference League to improve the Netherlands' position.

Financial Warning for Dutch Clubs