Netherlands: Van Bronckhorst impressed by Hadj Moussa ahead of the match against AZ!

Giovanni van Bronckhorst discussed Anis Hadj Moussa at length, from his failed transfer to his on-field talents. The Feyenoord coach describes him as an "artist," while the Algerian remains uncertain ahead of the match against AZ.

Giovanni van Bronckhorst expressed many compliments for Anis Hadj Moussa. In an interview with ESPN, the Feyenoord coach talked about the tumultuous past weeks for the Algerian international, including his aborted transfer to Al-Ittihad. "As a coach, you are also a human being. Players feel emotions and have their own professional aspirations. I try to put myself in their shoes to understand what they might be going through," he stated.

The Dutch coach assures that he had an honest conversation with his winger. "I explained to him very honestly the distinction between the team's interests and his personal interests. For me, the collective interest always comes first." Van Bronckhorst believes that Hadj Moussa has quickly moved past this episode: "He is very optimistic and has immediately turned the page. On the field, he shows that he has regained his level."