NEC's transfer stall: Emre Mor joins amid market limbo

In the bustling streets of Nijmegen, former Turkish prodigy Emre Mor walked onto the pitch after his agent Nima Modyr reached out to the club, prompting technical director Carlos Aalbers to confirm the signing following a video call and a discussion with coach Dick Schreuder, who was on holiday in Marbella.

Technical director Carlos Aalbers confirmed that the club moved quickly after his agent Nima Modyr opened dialogue with NEC Nijmegen. The decision was taken following a conversation with coach Dick Schreuder, who was still on his vacation address.

"I have known him for a very long time," Aalbers told when the news of Mor's sudden appearance at NEC was discussed. He added that the club first heard from Nima Modyr a while ago, who explained Emre's situation.

Aalbers explained that Mor had been absent from professional football for an extended period due to personal circumstances. He said they discussed the matter in depth and noted that Mor's career had been on a downward curve.

The club arranged a video call with Mor, after which Schreuder spoke with him while on holiday in Marbella. Aalbers said everyone knows Emre, but his recent form had slipped, and NEC hopes to reverse that trend.

The length of Mor's stay in Nijmegen remains undefined, as Aalbers stated that no fixed date has been attached to the agreement. He emphasized that the contract is flexible.

In addition to Mor, NEC has already completed three incoming transfers this window. Aalbers noted that more signings are desired but the market has yet to gain momentum.

Aalbers concluded that all clubs and players are still in a waiting phase, with the transfer market not yet fully active. He said the situation is a 'standby' for everyone.