What happened?

Sparta Rotterdam has confirmed that midfielder Jasper Duijvestijn will move to a German 2. Bundesliga club on 1 August. The 27‑year‑old has featured mainly as a substitute this season, logging 28 minutes on average. His departure is viewed as a blow for the club, which now must find a replacement before the winter transfer window.

Why does it matter for Sparta?

Sparta currently sits 10th in the Eredivisie with 43 points (12 wins, 7 draws, 15 losses) and a recent form of LLDLL. The team has scored 40 goals and conceded 62, a –22 goal difference. Losing Duijvestijn, a creative midfielder who often drives the ball forward, makes it harder to boost the attack while the club trails league leaders PSV Eindhoven by 41 points.

How is the club responding?

Coach Jeroen Rijsdijk said in a press conference that Sparta is already in talks with potential signings. He stressed that the club will not be distracted by a single departure and that the focus remains on improving defensive stability. The latest match, a 2‑3 loss to Excelsior on 17 May 2026, highlighted lingering defensive frailties.

What’s next?

Sparta now needs to act quickly on the transfer market. Rumours point to a possible signing of a young Norwegian forward, but details remain under wraps. With the winter break approaching, it is vital that the club secures a player who can immediately contribute to the attack, preventing the gap at the top of the table from widening further.

Sparta Rotterdam continues to fight for a better standing. The club hopes the coming weeks will bring a fresh impetus, despite the recent setback.