Anderlecht has made significant efforts to retain most of the promising 2009 generation within its academy. So far, 11 players born that year have signed their first professional contract with the club. However, some players are moving elsewhere. Following Onhese's departure to Standard Liège, Mouad Gounfissi has also left the club. Read more »
Cedric Hatenboer and Mihajlo Cvetkovic are currently part of the RSCA Futures team, where they are getting the necessary playing time to adapt to their new playing environment. However, so far, they have not yet been able to get any playing time with the RSC Anderlecht first team. Cvetkovic showed his scoring potential last weekend, but he still has work to do in other aspects of his game. Read more »
During the weekend of August 15, Anderlecht's youth teams participated in several international tournaments. The young talents from Neerpede showed their skills on various pitches and made a strong impression, especially the U13 team, which reached the final in Bierbeek. Other youth teams were also in action. Read more »
During the long weekend of August 15, the traditional international U13 tournament took place in Bierbeek, with 25 renowned teams participating. Anderlecht's young players once again distinguished themselves by reaching the final and winning the title of best player. This tournament is crucial for the 2013 generation, who are preparing for their first season in the 11-a-side format. Anderlecht's U13s played a total of 10 matches against various opponents, with an impressive record of 5 wins and 3 draws. Read more »
Mouhamed Wagne, a 16-year-old striker from Diambar FC, is currently on trial at RSC Anderlecht. The player, who plays as a left winger, recently participated in the African Under-17 Championship with Senegal, where he played four matches. Read more »
A great visitor on Thursday at Lotto Park. None other than Dries Mertens attended the match between Anderlecht and Sheriff Tiraspol. The 38-year-old Mertens played for the Purple & White youth team from the ages of 11 to 18. Read more »
The RSCA Futures are on the eve of a new season with a revamped team and a modified technical team. Coach Jelle Coen, who is entering his second season as head coach of the U23 team, is enthusiastically looking forward to the competition. "We're starting the championship with renewed energy," says Coen. The first opponent is Kortrijk, a serious title contender in the Challenger Pro League, which immediately makes the challenge considerable. Read more »
Samuel Ntanda-Lukisa, a Congolese-Belgian striker, is returning to RSC Anderlecht and has signed a contract until 2027, with an option for an additional season. He joins from Sampdoria and will initially play for RSCA Futures. Ntanda-Lukisa previously progressed through Anderlecht's youth academy and is a Congolese U21 international. Read more »
The Belgian Competition Authority (BMA) has decided that Jong Genk, which would normally be relegated, may start the competition in 1B. The complaint lodged by several clubs was not considered sufficient to change the format voted on in February. Read more »
Anderlecht's next match will not be against Brann Bergen in the Europa League, but against Sheriff Tiraspol in the Conference League. The Moldovan club is largely unknown to the general public, although the name may ring a bell with older Anderlecht fans. An introduction. Read more »
RSC Anderlecht is following developments surrounding Daniel Job, a 19-year-old Nigerian winger from Norwegian club Sparsborg. Job, who can play as a striker or winger, was trained at Futur PA before moving to Sparsborg. Last season, he was loaned to Egersund, another Norwegian club. So far this season, Job has played 17 games in all competitions, scoring five goals and providing three assists. Read more »
Joachim Imbrechts (23) has signed a one-year contract with an option for an additional year. The transfer-free goalkeeper joins from Union. Read more »
The RSCA Futures concluded their training camp in Delden with a 1-0 victory against Umm Salal from Qatar. We were unable to find the line-up and who scored. Below are some photos of the match. Read more »
A number of young players are officially making the transition to the first team this season. On the club website, we now find Anas Tajaouart (photo), Nathan De Cat, Keisuke Goto, Ibrahim Kanaté, and Ali Maamar in the first team's player list. Read more »
In a surprising turn of events, Anderlecht has failed to secure a place in the third qualifying round of the Europa League, losing 2-1 in the second leg against Häcken after a 1-0 victory in the first match. The Swedish team triumphed in the penalty shootout, leaving Anderlecht's hopes for European competition dashed. Read more »
According to Sacha Tavolieri, Anderlecht has reached a personal agreement with Sampdoria player Samuel Ntanda-Lukisa (20). There was already a rumor circulating that Anderlecht was interested in the player. An agreement with the club has not yet been reached. Read more »
Azurra Gallo, a young Italian player from Juventus, has signed a loan with RSCA Women. There is no purchase option attached to this transfer. Gallo comes to Brussels to gain valuable experience. The versatile defender can play both at left back and in central defense. Read more »
Although Thorgan Hazard scored twice, the standout performer this afternoon was perhaps Nathan De Cat. The midfielder, who turned 17 last week, started for the first time and dominated midfield. "It's nice that I got my chance. I think I took it," he said matter-of-factly after the match. Read more »
Second official match of the season, a second youngster to make his debut. After Anas Tajaouart on Thursday, it was Basile Vroninks's turn yesterday (photo). The 18-year-old right-back came on as a halftime substitute for Ali Maamar. Read more »
Now that Smolcic's transfer won't take place, Anderlecht is looking for another defensive asset. According to Sacha Tavolieri, this could be Steve Kapuadi (27). The Congolese plays for Legia Warsaw and is said to cost €1.5 million. Read more »
Aboubacar Conte has made a permanent move to Oud-Heverlee Leuven (OHL) after a season-long loan spell at Lierse, where he was unable to stay. The 23-year-old player will join the Liars' U23 team. He has signed a contract with OHL that runs until 2027. Read more »
Jordan Zirkzee, Joshua Zirkzee's younger brother, is currently on trial with RSCA Futures. This week, he made an appearance in a friendly against Reims, in which RSCA won 0-1. The attacker, who scored 9 goals for NAC Breda's U23s last season, is hoping to prove himself. With 1.74 meters tall, Jordan is considerably shorter than his brother, who is 1.93 meters tall. Read more »
After previous defeats against Vitesse and Schalke 04, Anderlecht's U23 team secured its first victory of the pre-season. Under the guidance of coach Jelle Coen, the Futures defeated Reims' B team 1-0. The only goal of the match was scored by captain Ismaël Baouf. The next challenge for the young players is already on the agenda, with a friendly against Umm Salal of Qatar on July 29. Read more »
RSCA Futures have signed a new central defender. Antwi Dacosta (18) from Ghana is on loan for one year with an option to buy. Read more »
With the continued progression of several youth players to Anderlecht's first team, the club's youth academy has once again proven to be a significant source of talent. Neerpede not only supplies players to top Belgian clubs, but also to teams across Europe. This article highlights some of these talents who have made their mark outside of Belgium. Read more »
According to French media, RSC Anderlecht is interested in Joris Chotard, a 23-year-old defensive midfielder currently under contract with Montpellier. Chotard, who trained at Montpellier, has indicated that he does not want to play in Ligue 2 with his club. Last season, he played 27 matches in all competitions, scoring one goal. He also plays for the French U23 team. Read more »
Anderlecht has a strong youth academy. Neerpede not only provides Anderlecht's first team, but has also developed players who now play across Europe. This article provides an overview of some of the most notable talents who distinguished themselves in Belgium last season. Read more »
RSC Anderlecht is interested in Clinton Nsiala, a 21-year-old defender from Glasgow Rangers. The left-footer, who can also play as a defensive midfielder, holds both French and Congolese nationality. Nsiala, who trained at Nantes, transferred to AC Milan before moving to Glasgow. Last season, he played 17 matches, scoring one goal and providing two assists. Read more »
