Dutch League Transfer Rankings Highlight Israeli Players’ Mixed Impact in 2025/26 Season

The Dutch Eredivisie has become a key stepping stone for several Israeli footballers, especially during the 2025/26 season. The local media outlet "Voetbal Primeur" (VP) recently ranked all transfers in the league, spotlighting Israeli players’ performances.

Charon Shiri, a former Maccabi Haifa player, secured second place in the rankings after moving from Antwerp to NEC Nijmegen. He was instrumental in helping Nijmegen finish third, contributing to ten goals and bringing valuable experience. VP noted that Nijmegen received much more value than they paid for.

Joris van Overeem, who transferred from Maccabi Tel Aviv to SC Heerenveen, ranked eighth. He provided the midfield stability Heerenveen needed, missing only one game and proving to be one of the team’s most reliable players. His free transfer was immediately beneficial.

Savio Lamkin, another former Maccabi Tel Aviv player, placed tenth after joining Twente. At 23, Lamkin grew into a defensive cornerstone, offering physicality and reliability that strengthened Twente’s defense. Considering his age, low transfer fee, and immediate impact, his arrival was deemed a successful investment.

Conversely, Oscar Gluch had a disappointing season, finishing 20th in the rankings. Despite scoring six goals and six assists in 29 games, he lost his starting spot at Ajax and had an inconsistent season.

The biggest disappointment was Wesley Patati, ranked 114th. Alkmaar paid a record fee for the former Maccabi Tel Aviv winger, but his influence remained limited. The interim coach publicly expressed expectations for greater responsibility from the Brazilian player, highlighting the gap between his price and performance.

The rankings reflect a mixed bag for Israeli players in the Dutch league, with some thriving and others struggling to meet expectations.