NEC releases quality defender Per Schuurs: "We will give him time to recover"

NEC has officially announced the acquisition of 26-year-old defender Per Schurs to join the team. by players who have been free agents since the beginning of February Signed a contract until mid-2029 with the Nijmegen-based club. Schuurs has a history of playing in the Netherlands and Italy. He previously played for Fortuna Sittard until 2018, before being snapped up by Ajax for around €2 million. In the summer of 2022, he left Amsterdam for Torino, with the Italian club paying around €9.4 million. On the Serie A stage, Schuurs has impressed and has even caught the attention of Internazionale But a possible transfer was shelved due to injury problems. Carlos Albers, NEC's Director of Players, said in a club statement: "Per is now on the road to recovery and is eager to return," he added. “But we are realistic and understand that he still needs time. We will give Per all the time and space he needs.” Albers also praised Schuurs as a player with special qualities. With experience in high level football “He is a defender with special qualities and brings top-level experience to our team. With a history of playing in European football He will add value to the club. Especially when looking at the challenges next season awaits us.”