Telstar has lost starting player Soufiane Hetli to a club in Morocco just before the transfer window closes. The attacker from Amstelveen has said goodbye to his teammates and will be presented at his new club in Casablanca this week, as reported by Haarlems Dagblad. The White Lions currently sit 13th in the Eredivisie with three points from three games and a negative goal difference of five.
Who was Soufiane Hetli for Telstar?
Soufiane Hetli was a regular starter in manager Henk Brugge's team during the past season. The player joined from AFC amateurs in 2024 and grew into an important figure for the squad. In total, he made 71 official appearances for Telstar, scoring ten goals and providing five assists. His departure creates an immediate gap in the attack, especially looking ahead to the upcoming league matches. The club trails leaders AZ Alkmaar by nine points and urgently needs points.
Who can replace Hetli in the lineup?
Coach Henk Brugge has several options to fill the departed attacker's position. The leading candidate is Emirhan Demircan, who is on loan from FC Utrecht. Additionally, Fofin Turay and Fabiano Rust could also feature in the attack. The technical staff must make a decision quickly, as the transfer market closes on Tuesday, September 2nd. Telstar is actively searching for a new striker, but time is running out. Current squad details can be found on our squad page.
What does this mean for the upcoming fixtures?
The loss of a starter comes at a critical time. Telstar faces a series of tough matches, starting with an away game against Ajax this Sunday. This is followed by a home match against Cambuur on September 6th, who currently sit 18th. This fixture is essential for the White Lions to create distance from the relegation zone. The full schedule can be viewed on our fixtures overview. The team has scored three goals and conceded eight so far this season.
What is the plan after the transfer deadline?
After Tuesday, the squad will be set for the coming months. The Moroccan league, where Hetli is heading, had not yet started at the time of his departure. For Telstar, the focus is now entirely on sporting matters. The club must pick up points in the coming weeks to reach the mid-table. The current league table can always be followed via our standings page. The next opportunity for points is the home match against Cambuur on Sunday, September 6th, 2026.
