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 30-06-2016 

Lukaku denies damage in apartment

Lukaku denies damage in apartment

OTHER Jordan Lukaku was surprised to hear Anderlecht filed a complaint against him for damaging an apartment. "I don't know what they are talking about", he reacted. Also his spokesman, Alain Goblet, was not happy with the Anderlecht claim. "I can only regret they come up with this story during the Euros", he stated. Read more »

Kara close to the Premier League

Kara close to the Premier League

TRANSFERS Kara Mbodj is dreaming about the Premier League and that dream almost came true. He negotiated with Swansea but did not reach an agreement about the transfer fee. As a result, Swansea has put the transfer of the defender on hold. Read more »

 29-06-2016 

Anderlecht: "Depoitre not coming"

Anderlecht:

TRANSFERS Flemish media reported Anderlecht have shortlisted AA Ghent striker Laurent Depoitre, but the Anderlecht board are officially denying this newsfact. "A possible transfer of Laurent Depoitre is out of the question", the Mauves announced in an official statement on their website. Read more »

Lukaku claim 17,000 Euros from Lukaku

Lukaku claim 17,000 Euros from Lukaku

OTHER Anderlecht offered an appartment to Jordan Lukaku at the time he still played in Brussels, but it looks like the younger brother of Romelu did not really bother to maintain the accommodation. Anderlecht filed a complaint against Lukaku and are requesting an indemnity fee of 17,000 Euros.  Read more »

"Anderlecht reach agreement with De Maio"

TRANSFERS Italian journalist Gianluca di Marzio claims Anderlecht reached an agreement with FC Genua about a transfer of Sebastian De Maio. Anderlecht will now start negotiating with the player. De Maio is a 29-year-old Frenchman who played 74 matches in the last three seasons for Genua. Read more »

Appiah appears on training

Appiah appears on training

TRANSFERS New signing Dennis Appiah appeared on the training pitch for the first time yesterday. The right defender recently signed a five-year contract at Anderlecht and came over from French side Caen. Read more »

Surprising outcome for Praet?

Surprising outcome for Praet?

TRANSFERS Dennis Praet may stay at Anderlecht for one extra season. Coach René Weiler is delighted about the youngster and would love him to stay. The youngster might even extend his current contract with one extra year. Several teams showed interest in the player, but none of them come close to the requested transfer fee. Read more »

Suarez on sick leave until 4 July

Suarez on sick leave until 4 July

TRANSFERS Matias Suarez was expected back in Brussels this week, but the Argentinian striker renewed his medical certificate and will be absent until 4 July. The Anderlecht board does not trust this situation, and is sending a control doctor to the player in Argentina. Read more »

12 million Euros for Okaka?

12 million Euros for Okaka?

TRANSFERS Italian journalist Nicolò Schira reports Jiangsu Suning made a twelve-million bid for Stefano Okaka. This is much higher than expected. Okaka is said to be signing a contract worth four million Euros a year in China. Read more »

Official: training camp in Austria

Official: training camp in Austria

OTHER Anderlecht have officially announced their practice camp will be organized in Austria. This will take place from 11 until 16 July. There is also a friendly match planned in Austria, against Dutch side Feyenoord. Read more »

Puel: "Not ready yet for Anderlecht"

Puel:

INTERVIEWS Frenchman Claude Puel was the top candidate to become head coach of Anderlecht for quite a while but in the end he did not make the move to Brussels. "I was hesitating for a while, but in my head I was not ready yet for Anderlecht", he reacts. Read more »

Nuytinck shortlisted by FC Groningen

Nuytinck shortlisted by FC Groningen

TRANSFERS Dutch sports journalist Merijn Slaghter claims Dutch side FC Groningen have shortlisted Anderlecht defender Bram Nuytinck. In the scenario that Anderlecht sign Nicolas Lombaerts, Bram Nuytinck would probably not get a lot of play time in Brussels. Read more »

 28-06-2016 

Okaka on his way to China?

Okaka on his way to China?

TRANSFERS It looks like Stefano Okaka will fly straight to China instead of Brussels. Jiangsu Suning are reported to have made a ten million Euros offer for Stefano, Anderlecht would like to start the negotiations. Stefano Okaka can earn four times his current salary and is obviously also interested in a move to China. Read more »


 27-06-2016 

New attempt to sign Lombaerts?

New attempt to sign Lombaerts?

TRANSFERS Nicolas Lombaerts is becoming a father soon and therefore wants to return closer to his home. Anderlecht tried to land the Red Devil last season already and they are expected to make an offer again for the experienced defender. Read more »

Soon more news about Okaka

Soon more news about Okaka

TRANSFERS Anderlecht want to have more clarity about Stefano Okaka's future in the next days to come. It is hoping to have an offer from Chinese sides Jiangsu Suning and Beijing Guoan soon. Whether Okaka himself is interested in a move to China, is still a big mistery. Read more »

 26-06-2016 

Pescara offer one million for Suarez

Pescara offer one million for Suarez

TRANSFERS Italian side Pescara made a one-million bid for Matias Suarez, which is a lot less than the expected four-million transfer fee. The Italians are hoping to reach an agreement with Anderlecht this week. The Argentinian striker is still in his home country on sick leave. Read more »

Anderlecht want Chinese offer on paper

Anderlecht want Chinese offer on paper

TRANSFERS Stefano Okaka is still in his home country Italy, but more and more Chinese teams are interested in him. The Anderlecht board asked to have an offer on paper instead of an oral agreement. More news about a possible move is expected later this week. Read more »

Official: Seegers moves to Vitesse

Official: Seegers moves to Vitesse

TRANSFERS Anderlecht restructured their staff at the end of last season and also physical coach Jurgen Seegers was allowed to leave. He is now returning to Dutch side Vitesse Arnhem. Seegers signed a two-year contract in Holland. Read more »

"Suarez agrees on Pescara terms"

TRANSFERS Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio reports Matias Suarez has an agreement with Pescara about a move to Italy. Anderlecht will negotiate with Pescara after the weekend. Pescara recently moved up to the Serie A. Read more »

Acheampong present at Neerpede

Acheampong present at Neerpede

OTHER René Weiler is almost having the full Anderlecht squad at his disposal. Frank Acheampong joined the group after a couple of extra days off. Almost everyone is now present, apart from Matias Suarez and Stefano Okaka, whose situations are still unclear.  Read more »

Anderlecht and Sevilla getting closer

Anderlecht and Sevilla getting closer

TRANSFERS Spanish Estadio Deportivoare reporting that Anderlecht and FC Sevilla are getting closer to an agreement about the transfer fee for Dennis Praet. There is still a two-million gap between the two sides. Praet previously stated he would not mind staying for an extra season at Anderlecht, but that scenario seems unlikely. Read more »

Vancamp graduated

Vancamp graduated

OTHER Jorn Vancamp can finally say farewell to school life, he has graduated and can now finally focus on his football career. The anderlecht-online team want to congratulate the striker with his school results and wish him all the best for the future! Read more »

 24-06-2016 

 23-06-2016 

Pescara interested in Suarez

Pescara interested in Suarez

TRANSFERS Italian media are announcing Pescare show interest in Anderlecht striker Matias Suarez. The Italian side recently moved up to the Serie A and are also close to an agreement with Bryan Cristante, who had also been shortlisted by Anderlecht. Read more »

Four million a year for Okaka

Four million a year for Okaka

TRANSFERS Chinese top team Jiangsu Suning are willing to offer Stefano Okaka a contract worth four million Euros a year. Anderlecht also received a big from Jiangsu, but the amount offered is not clear yet. Okaka is still considering the offer. Read more »

 22-06-2016 

Conté back in Anderlecht

Conté back in Anderlecht

OTHER Ibrahima Conté joined the rest of the group at Anderlecht today. As he had to play with his national team, he had a couple of days extra off. "I am happy to resume the training", he announced on Twitter. Read more »

Praet wants lower price tag

Praet wants lower price tag

TRANSFERS There is still a big gap between what FC Sevilla wants to offer for Dennis Praet and what Anderlecht wants to receive. The midfielder is eager to make a move to Spain and is upset by the fact Anderlecht do not want to lower the transfer fee. Read more »

Weiler makes first impression

Weiler makes first impression

OTHER Coach René Weiler left a positive first impression at Anderlecht. He has a demanding and direct way of coaching and asks the maximum from his players. New signing Sofiane Hanni trained for the first time and showed he is eager to play. Read more »

Bryan Cristante in the picture again

Bryan Cristante in the picture again

TRANSFERS Bryan Cristante has been shortlisted by Anderlecht since last year and is still in the picture. Calciomercato reports that manager Van Holsbeeck is currently negotiating with Cristante. At the age of 16, Cristante played for AC Milan but his career did not go as expected so far. He is currently under contract at Benfica. Read more »

 21-06-2016 

Atalanta follow Okaka

Atalanta follow Okaka

TRANSFERS Stefano Okaka has caught Chinese interest, but also in his home country Italy several teams are reported to be interested. Gazzetta dello Sport claims Atalanta Bergamo have shortlisted the Italian striker. Read more »

"Everyone starts from scratch"

INTERVIEWS "René Weiler has always been our first option", Herman Van Holsbeeck stated in front of the press. "We need to give him time to adapt to this new environment and to build a new team. Anderlecht need to find back their identity." Read more »

Hanni arrives at Neerpede

Hanni arrives at Neerpede

OTHER Anderlecht's first new signing of the season, Sofiane Hanni, arrived at Neerpede today. As he played a match with his national team Algeria, he was allowed some extra rest. This means the group is almost complete. Read more »

New shirt numbers

New shirt numbers

OTHER Several players haven chosen a new shirt number for the start of the new season. As Silvio Proto has left, shirt number "1" was available and as Davy Roef becomes the new first goalkeeper he was awarded this shirt number. Read more »

Neighbours file complaint against Euro Stadium

Neighbours file complaint against Euro Stadium

OTHER Ghelamco have still not requested a construction permit to start building the Euro Stadium. The neighbours filed a complaint as one road will disappear after the construction. Until this complaint has been handled, on 29 June, no permit can be requested. Read more »

Anderlecht send doctor to Suarez

Anderlecht send doctor to Suarez

OTHER Matias Suarez appears to be sick and was absent for the medical tests earlier this week. "I believe him", manager Van Holsbeeck reacts. "However, I will send a doctor to Argentina. He should not fear if he is really ill." Read more »

N'Sakala and Galhardo join the group

N'Sakala and Galhardo join the group

OTHER Both Fabrice N'Sakala as Rafael Galhardo return from holidays today and joined the rest of the group. They had their first training session under René Weiler. The group should be fully staffed by the end of the week. However, Stefano Okaka's and Matias Suarez' situation is still unclear. Read more »


 20-06-2016 

Ouahbi coaches U21

Ouahbi coaches U21

YOUTH The Anderlecht U21 started the preparation of the new season today. It looks like Mo Ouahbi will make his comeback as coach of the U21 team this season. René Peeters is still coach of the Anderlecht U17. Read more »

"Believe in his skills"

INTERVIEWS Herman Van Holsbeeck was delighted to present his new coach, Rene Weiler. He was the only candidate left who was still under contract. "We will give him all the time he needs", Van Holsbeeck reacted. Read more »

Vanden Stock: 20th anniversary as chairman

Vanden Stock: 20th anniversary as chairman

OTHER Roger Vanden Stock has been Anderlecht chairman since 20 years today. He won nine championship titles so far. Let us hope he can add a new title to this list this season and in the meantime we want to congratulate him and wish him all the best. Read more »

"With hard work we will get there"

INTERVIEWS René Weiler attended his first training session at Anderlecht today, and afterwards he was presented to the press. The Swiss coach is ambitious and knows clearly what he wants: "I want to play attacking and creative. However, my first task is to get to know everyone", he reacted. Read more »

Last day priority period season-ticket holders Tuesday

Last day priority period season-ticket holders Tuesday

OTHER Tomorrow is the last day of the priority period for season-ticket holders. This means this is the moment to keep your seat in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium. If you want to change seats, this is possible between 30 June and 2 July. The free season-ticket sale is starting on Monday 4 July. Read more »

Nobody interested in N'Sakala

Nobody interested in N'Sakala

TRANSFERS Fabrice N'Sakala is free to leave RSC Anderlecht, but nobody seems to be interested in the Frenchman. The left defender is joining the group later this week, as he is currently still on holidays with former team mate Maxime Collin. Read more »

Weiler brings over Sesa and Binggeli

Weiler brings over Sesa and Binggeli

TRANSFERS - OTHER The deal has finally been completed; Anderlecht found an agreement with FC Nürnberg and René Weiler is joining Anderlecht. The Swiss coach signed a contract for two years and brings over two assistants: David Sesa and Thomas Binggeli. Anderlecht agreed on a fee of 450,000 Euros with bonuses for Nürnberg. Read more »

 19-06-2016 

Bassong heading for Lille?

Bassong heading for Lille?

TRANSFERS Anderlecht's Zohran Bassong is reported to be moving to French side Lille, but Bassong states no decision has been taken yet. Basson is a 17-year-old Canadian who can play anywhere on the left side. As the UEFA does not allow minor players to make an international transfer, he is free to leave Anderlecht if he really wants. Read more »

First training tomorrow

First training tomorrow

OTHER The first training session of the season is scheduled at Neerpede tomorrow at 2.30 pm. René Weiler will most likely become the new head coach and lead his first training. Read more »

Weiler landed in Brussels

Weiler landed in Brussels

TRANSFERS - OTHER René Weiler landed in Brussels yesterday afternoon, which is remarkable as Anderlecht and FC Nürnberg have not reached an agreement yet. Anderlecht want to start the first training session of the season with their new coach and seem to be sure the move of Weiler will soon be completed. Read more »

AS Roma shortlist Tielemans

AS Roma shortlist Tielemans

TRANSFERS The new season is starting off, which means more and more transfer rumours are being spread. AS Roma is reported to have shortlisted Anderlecht's Youri Tielemans. The Italian side are looking for an alternative for Pjanic, who moved to Juventus. Read more »

Frutos being promoted?

Frutos being promoted?

OTHER Nicolas Frutos will probably move up again at Anderlecht. He will be staff member of the first team this season. René Weiler will most likely bring his own assistant to the Astridpark. The negotiations between Anderlecht and Nürnberg are continuing over the weekend. Read more »

Players return to Neerpede

Players return to Neerpede

OTHER About twenty players appeared for their medical tests at the training complex of Neerpede. Some Anderlecht are getting a few extra days holidays as they had to play a match with their national team. Kara Mbodj, Mahmoud Hassan, Frank Acheampong, Fabrice N'Sakala and Sofiane Hanni will return to Brussels later.  Read more »

 18-06-2016 

De Jong signs for one year extra

De Jong signs for one year extra

TRANSFERS Max de Jong was one of the only staff members who was offered to stay at Anderlecht, and despite the fact his salary was decreased the Dutchman decided to stay in Brussels. De Jong is signing for one more year at Anderlecht. Read more »

Euro 2016: easy win for Belgium

Euro 2016: easy win for Belgium

GAMES - OTHER Belgium scored three goals this afternoon against Ireland. Former Anderlecht player Romelu Lukaku made two, Witsel scored the other goal. With this victory, Belgium take the second place in the group and have enough with a draw against Sweden to qualify for the next round. Read more »


 17-06-2016 

Several familiar faces at Neerpede

Several familiar faces at Neerpede

OTHER The medical tests were scheduled at Neerpede today. The usual players were present, but there were also several familiar faces that did not often appear on the training pitch last season. Amongst them: Anthony Vanden Borre, Aaron Leya Iseka and Samuel Bastien. Read more »

"Win Africa Cup with Ghana"

INTERVIEWS Frank Acheampong is clear about his ambition for 2017: he wants to win the Aafrica Cup with Ghana. "We were very close last time and we have all the qualities to win the tournament", Acheampong thinks. Read more »

"If necessary, Praet will stay another year"

INTERVIEWS The move of Dennis Praet to Sevilla has still not been completed. The Spanish side are not prepared to pay the transfer fee Anderlecht are requesting. "We received three bids that are higher than the one of Sevilla, and Praet is aware of this", manager Van Holsbeeck reacts. Read more »

Bossin close to the exit?

Bossin close to the exit?

TRANSFERS Liam Bossin is third goalie at Anderlecht at the moment but it seems unlikely it will stay that way. Several teams are showing interest in the young goalkeeper. Standard de Liège are eager to land the young player but also several English teams have shortlisted Bossin. Read more »

Result based contract

Result based contract

OTHER Herman Van Holsbeeck still has to reach an agreement with FC Nürnberg about the move of René Weiler to the Astridpark. The indemnity fee is rated to be around 700,000 euros but this might go down. Weiler will sign a result based contract. Read more »

Four youngsters join first team

Four youngsters join first team

YOUTH - OTHER The yearly medical tests are scheduled at Anderlecht for today and apart from Anthony Vanden Borre four other youngsters are joining the first team. Wout Faes, Kassim Doumbia, Emmanuel Sowah  (picture) and Jorn Vancamp are the lucky ones. The first training session of the season is planned on Monday. Read more »

 16-06-2016 
 15-06-2016 

Wolverhampton confident about Sylla move

Wolverhampton confident about Sylla move

INJURIES - TRANSFERS Wolverhampton want to finalize the move of Idrissa Sylla in the oncoming days and a work permit seems to be the only obstacle in his way to England. Wolverhampton already tried to convince Sylla to move to England back in 2015, but the striker chose for Anderlecht at that time. Read more »

De Maio in the picture again

De Maio in the picture again

TRANSFERS Anderlecht have refreshed their interest in central defender Sébastien De Maio. This 29-year-old Frenchman is currently playing for Italian side FC Genua and has become a key player there. Anderlecht shortlisted this player two years ago as well. Read more »

Anderlecht rejects Belgrano offer

Anderlecht rejects Belgrano offer

TRANSFERS Anderlecht rejected an offer of Argentinian side Belgrano to take over Matias Suarez on loan trial. The Mauves only want to sell the striker, as his contract is expiring at the end of next season. His transfer price is said to be around four million Euros, which is too much for Belgrano. Read more »

Scifo not the new coach

Scifo not the new coach

OTHER Roger Vanden Stock had an appointment with Enzo Scifo yesterday to inform him he will not become the new coach of RSC Anderlecht. Scifo lacks experience to take the lead of the team. He was clearly disappointed but respects the decision. Read more »

New coach: Weiler or Solskjaer?

New coach: Weiler or Solskjaer?

OTHER Anderlecht are desperately looking for a new coach and still have several options and styles to choose from. Paul Le Guen looks to be an important candidate, but also René Weiler and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are reported to be in the picture. Read more »

Defour close to the exit?

Defour close to the exit?

TRANSFERS It looks like Steven Defour is planning to leave Anderlecht after two seasons in the Astridpark. His manager states several foreign teams are interested in Defour, amongst them are Lazio and Sampdoria. Read more »

Anderlecht interested in French right defender

Anderlecht interested in French right defender

TRANSFERS Flemish newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws are reporting that Anderlecht are planning to make an offer for Dennis Appiah, a 24-year-old right defender of French side Caen. This former French youth international is a key player at Caen and is expected to be carrying a price tag around 3 million Euros. Read more »

Silvio Proto to KV Ostend

Silvio Proto to KV Ostend

TRANSFERS Silvio Proto will leave Anderlecht and join KV Ostend. The goalkeeper was informed earlier, by the management, he could only stay in case Anderlecht won the title. This statement damaged the relationship between Proto and the club. On top of that, Anderlecht did not win the title either... Read more »

 13-06-2016 

Euro 2016: Belgium immediately defeated

Euro 2016: Belgium immediately defeated

GAMES - OTHER Belgium lost their first match on Euro 2016. The Red Devils were completely overclassed on tactical level by the Italians. Belgian coach Wilmots had chosen for three controlling midfielders with Nainggolan, Witsel and Fellaini. The result was a slow pace and lack of creativity. Read more »

Trophy for goalkeepers

Trophy for goalkeepers

OTHER The Jupiler Pro League is launching a new trophy next season. They not only award the top scorer and the player with the most assists, but also the goalkeeper with the most clean sheets will be playing with a special shirt.  Read more »

No friendly match against Knokke

No friendly match against Knokke

GAMES Anderlecht are traditionally playing a friendly match against Knokke in the preparation for the new season, but not this year. Both parties have decided not to compete against each other this time. Read more »

Also Le Guen in the loop

Also Le Guen in the loop

OTHER Anderlecht are looking at the French market in their search for a new coach. Paul Le Guen might also be a possible candidate. This 52-year-old Frenchman is the former coach of Oman, Cameroon, PSG, Rangers, Lyon and Rennes. Read more »

Transfer Proto on hold

Transfer Proto on hold

TRANSFERS As Anderlecht still do not have a coach, all transfers have been put on hold. As a result, Silvio Proto's move to KV Ostend has still not been finished. The goalkeeper is likely to start the season at Anderlecht. Read more »

Sevilla makes an effort for Praet

Sevilla makes an effort for Praet

TRANSFERS Spanish side Sevilla want to complete the transfer of Dennis Praet before the end of the month and have increased their bid for the young midfielder. They are reported to be willing to offer about ten million Euros for the player. Read more »

Frutos interim coach

Frutos interim coach

OTHER If there is still no new first coach on 20 July, Nicolas Frutos will temporarily lead the training sessions of the first team. Manager Herman Van Holsbeeck apparently wants to take the time to choose a new head coach for the Mauves. Read more »

Belgrano pushes through for Suarez

Belgrano pushes through for Suarez

TRANSFERS Belgrano seem to be doing a final attempt to take over striker Matias Suarez from Anderlecht. They are reported to have done an ultimate bid for Suarez and are waiting for a response now. Anything is still possible for the Argentinian player, as he also caught the interest of Italian and Spanish teams. Read more »

Peeters returns to U21

Peeters returns to U21

OTHER The first training session at Anderlecht are in four days, and they still do not have a first coach. Anderlecht are taking their precautions and have moved youth coach René Peeters to the U21 team. It looks evident that Nicolas Frutos will lead the first training sessions of the season for the first team. Read more »

Defour off to Sampdoria?

Defour off to Sampdoria?

TRANSFERS Sampdoria are keeping a close eye onto Anderlecht. They are not only interested in Dennis Praet, but also in Steven Defour. Praet's first choice would still be Sevilla but negotiations between the two parties are not running smoothly. Read more »

Italian interest for Sylla

Italian interest for Sylla

TRANSFERS Idrissa Sylla is wanted on the transfer market. Not only Wolverhampton, Southampton, Sunderland and Swansea have shown their interest, also many Italian teams have shortlisted the player. Atlanta Bergamo seem to be eager to land the striker and are said to be preparing a bid. Read more »

 11-06-2016 
 10-06-2016 

Puel says no to Anderlecht

Puel says no to Anderlecht

OTHER Claude Puel rejected the offer to become the new first coach of RSC Anderlecht. This has been confirmed by both L'Equipe and the Anderlecht board. Enzo Scifo might be the next target, or would there still be another option? Read more »

Suarez back to Belgrano?

Suarez back to Belgrano?

TRANSFERS Matias Suarez is sure to leave this summer, but it is still a mystery where he will go to. Sampdorina Genua seems to be an option in Italy, the striker is also interested in the Spanish competition, but his previous team Belgrano might also be a possible candidate. They seem to be interested in a loan trial. Read more »

Djuricic probably heading for Torino

Djuricic probably heading for Torino

TRANSFERS It seems like Filip Djuricic has played his last match for Anderlecht. Italian side Torino, and especially its coach Sinisa Mihajlovic are eager to land the Serbian player and are willing to offer four million Euros for the player. Read more »

Fanday on Sunday 31 July?

Fanday on Sunday 31 July?

OTHER It is not official yet, but communication manager David Steegen admitted Anderlecht would like to play their first game on Saturday away. This would mean they are planning to organize the Fanday in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium on Sunday 31 July. Read more »

Agreement between Kortrijk and Kaminski

Agreement between Kortrijk and Kaminski

TRANSFERS The chances are big that Thomas Kaminski will still be playing in the Jupiler Pro League next season. The goalkeeper has a personal agreement with KV Kortrijk. However, Kortrijk still has to negotiate with Anderlecht on a possible transfer. Read more »

Puel says no to Anderlecht

Puel says no to Anderlecht

TRANSFERS - OTHER Claude Puel said no to Anderlecht. The Frenchmen is not willing to join the Mauves and build on a new team. A salary of two million euro per year could not convince him. The name of Rémi Garde is now being mentioned in Brussels as a possible option. Read more »

 08-06-2016 
 07-06-2016 

Wolverhampton interested in Sylla

Wolverhampton interested in Sylla

TRANSFERS Wolverhampton are showing interest in Anderlecht striker Sylla. The English club would be prepared to pay 3 million euro plus bonuses. The Mauves prefer the keep the striker, but would not turn down a lucrative offer. The Brussels club paid 1.5 million for Sylla. Read more »

 06-06-2016 

Vanden Borre to return to the team again?

Vanden Borre to return to the team again?

YOUTH Anthony Vanden Borre may return to the first team. The defender will have to report for physical tests in June. It looks like Anderlecht would like to integrate the defender in the first team again. Though the new trainer, who still hasn't been found, will have a say about it as well. Read more »

 01-06-2016 

Wolverhampton eager to land Sylla

Wolverhampton eager to land Sylla

TRANSFERS Idrissa Syla is wanted on the transfer market. English First Division team Wolverhampton are interested to sign the striker. However, Anderlecht only want to start the negotiations as soon as they have an alternative for Sylla. Read more »

Bastien in exchange for Djuricic?

Bastien in exchange for Djuricic?

TRANSFERS Anderlecht are currently negotiating with Benfica to keep Djuricic one more season in Brussels on loan trial. They are also interested in a purchase clause for four million Euros seem to be even willing to talk about an exchange deal with Samuel Bastien. Read more »

Pioli not coming to Anderlecht

Pioli not coming to Anderlecht

TRANSFERS Stefano Pioli was said to be a big candidate to become the new coach of Anderlecht, but the negotiations between the two parties have been canceled. Pioli did not agree on the contract term and the annual salary that was offered. Read more »

Anderlecht start season on 17 June

Anderlecht start season on 17 June

OTHER Anderlecht are starting the preparation for the new season on Friday 17 June. This means the Mauves have about six weeks to prepare for the preliminary rounds of the Champions League on 26/27 July and the start of the Belgian competition (29-31 July). Read more »