Feyenoord defender reveals Chelsea are his ‘dream club’ as he looks to emulate Arjen Robben
Feyenoord defender Lutsharel Geertruida has revealed that he has his eyes set on a “dream” move to the Premier League.
The Netherlands under-21 international played 42 times across all competitions as his side reached this season’s inaugural Europa Conference League final.
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Able to play right-back, centre-half and defensive midfield, the 21-year-old has racked up an impressive 109 appearances for the Eredisivie outfit already.
Speaking to NOS, Geertruida has made it clear that he wants a Premier League move at some point, with two years left on his Feyenoord deal.
He has also revealed that he grew up a Chelsea fan and has always wanted to emulate former Blues winger and compatriot, Arjen Robben, by fulfilling his “dream” of playing for the Stamford Bridge club.
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Geertruida said (quotes via Football London): “I want to play in the Premier League one day. When I was young, I saw Arjen Robben play at Chelsea in a scary team. Then I thought: I want that too! I also have a shirt of him. Chelsea was just my club, man. Just like Feyenoord from an early age.
“Certainly. I just haven’t had the chance to go to such a dream club yet. They have never called. My agent also knows that I am a fan of the Premier League. But Feyenoord is still my dream club.”
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