Other voices at Antwerp FC
Antwerp FC took a big step on the transfer market in 2022/2023. The transfer balance was not only in the red for over 9 million euros. The wage costs skyrocketed. ‘The sky was the limit’ for Paul Gheysens. In 2026, there are fewer big words.
From champion and cup winner to 10th place. From the big talk under the leadership of the flamboyant financier Paul Gheysens to more realistic sounds after the initial takeover under the leadership of Wouter Vandenhaute.
Carlos Meija, Maxime Busi, Michael Frey, Koki Ando, Luis Narh, Ibrahim Salah, Jeff Godeleine, that are the new names in the selection. Many free players or loan players. Marvin Copper is the new coach. No coach with a name like Mark van Bommel.
“Het zou on-Antwerps zijn mochten we niet ambitieus zijn. Als we dit jaar al opnieuw Europees voetbal kunnen halen, zullen we daarvoor gaan, maar het is geen must. We geven onszelf een tweetal jaar de tijd om de ploeg te bouwen. Dat zit ingecalculeerd in het budget.”
What happens now?
Antwerp FC has its next away match against Genk (2027-02-06). The club is currently in 11th place in the standings.
What does this mean for Antwerp FC?
The takeover of Wouter Vandenhaute has brought a more realistic sound to Antwerp FC. The club is working on a business plan to build the team. It is however not possible to keep a full team together.
What comes next?
Antwerp FC will play its next match against Genk. The club will see how it goes on in the competition.
