Dutch midfielder Joey Veerman signs with Borussia Dortmund until 2031

Borussia Dortmund has secured the services of Dutch midfielder Joey Veerman, signing him to a contract that runs until the summer of 2031. The 27-year-old joins the German runners-up from PSV Eindhoven.

Media reports indicate that Dortmund exercised a release clause in Veerman's contract, with the transfer fee estimated to be around 22 million euros. Dortmund's Sporting Director, Ole Book, praised Veerman's abilities, stating, "Joey is a really great footballer who possesses a lot of creativity, technique, and vision." He added that Veerman has proven his ability to perform consistently at a high level for both PSV Eindhoven and the Dutch national team.

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Joey is a really great footballer who possesses a lot of creativity, technique, and vision.

Veerman brings a wealth of experience, having played 198 matches for PSV Eindhoven, scoring 31 goals and providing 67 assists. During his time at the club, he won the Dutch league title three times and the Dutch Cup twice. He has also earned 16 caps for the Netherlands national team, though he was not selected for the recent World Cup.

This signing follows Dortmund's acquisition of Greek midfielder Giannis Konstantelias for a reported 32 million euros. The club had previously pursued Said El Mala, reportedly offering a package of around 50 million euros to 1. FC Köln for the player.

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He has shown for PSV Eindhoven and in the Dutch national team that he can deliver consistently good performances at the top level.