What happened?
AZ Alkmaar has completed the signing of winger Calvin Stengs on a free transfer, ending speculation about a potential move to Celtic. The Dutch winger returns to his former club in the Eredivisie, where he began his professional career.
Why is this important for AZ Alkmaar?
The return of Stengs is a significant step for AZ Alkmaar, which is currently 6th in the Eredivisie. With Stengs on the bench, the club has the opportunity to strengthen its attack and improve its competitive position.
What comes next?
AZ Alkmaar has signed Stengs to a one-year contract, with the option to extend it for another 12 months. The club has officially announced the signing of Stengs, and the winger has met his new team.
Calvin Stengs, 26, returns to his former club AZ Alkmaar on a free transfer. The winger had earlier hinted at a possible transfer to Celtic, but ultimately returned to his former club. AZ Alkmaar has signed Stengs to a one-year contract, with the option to extend it for another 12 months. The club has officially announced the signing of Stengs, and the winger has met his new team. Stengs began his professional career at AZ Alkmaar and played a key role in the club during the 2020 season.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 6th in Eredivisie, 48 pts, 14W-6D-10L from 30 games, recent form WWLWL. Goals this season: 52 scored, 45 conceded (+7 goal difference). Title race: 26 points behind leaders PSV Eindhoven. Next fixture: vs Feyenoord (at home, 2027-01-31). Currently sidelined: Jizz Hornkamp.
