Dutch star Steven Bergwijn, the attacking winger for Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad football club, has put an end to the speculation surrounding his future with the club, following recent media reports suggesting a possible departure during the upcoming winter transfer window. This clarification has put a stop to the rumors that have been causing concern among Al-Ittihad fans.
In statements made to the official broadcaster of the Saudi League, Bergwijn categorically denied all reports circulating about his desire to leave or any intention on the part of the club to release him. The Dutch player said, "I have heard the news and rumors about my departure from Al-Ittihad, and I want to confirm that everything being said in this regard is completely untrue and baseless." Bergwijn also addressed his relationship with the coaching staff, indicating that the atmosphere within the team is very positive, and denying any crises or disagreements with the coach or the technical staff, as had been rumored on some platforms.
Bergwijn added, praising the quality of the players in the team: "Our team has a group of players at the highest level, and we work as one system. I will continue to work hard in this way to deliver the best, and our main goal is to compete strongly for titles and make the fans happy in the coming period.".
Context of the event and the importance of the union's artistic stability
These statements come at a crucial time for Al-Ittihad, who are striving to maintain their technical and administrative stability to compete for the Saudi Professional League title. Bergwijn joined Al-Ittihad from Ajax Amsterdam in a deal that garnered significant international attention, as part of a project to attract global stars to the Saudi league. He is considered a key player in the team's attacking plans, and therefore, confirming his continued presence strengthens the team's competitive edge.
In terms of results, Al-Ittihad is enjoying a good run of form, having secured a valuable 1-0 victory in their last match against Al-Taawon in the 13th round of the Roshan League. This win not only earned the team three crucial points but also boosted player morale and confirmed that the team is on the right track to compete for the top spot.
Bergwijn's denial of the rumors is of paramount importance given the fierce competition in the league this season, where top clubs like Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, and Al-Ittihad are battling for points. Any disruption to the team's stability caused by transfer rumors could negatively impact the players' focus on the pitch. Therefore, the player's statement serves as a reassuring message to Al-Ittihad fans that the team is united and everyone is focused on a single goal: winning championships.
