Ronald Koeman Calls Up Ian Maatsen for Injured Frenkie de Jong in Euro 2024

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has called up Borussia Dortmund defender Ian Maatsen to replace injured midfielder Frenkie de Jong. The injury also rules out Teun Koopmeiners, marking significant roster changes ahead of Euro 2024. Maatsen, previously on loan from Chelsea, impressed in UEFA's Champions League team of the season.

In a significant roster change, Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman called up Borussia Dortmund's versatile defender Ian Maatsen to replace the injured Frenkie de Jong for Euro 2024. Koeman confirmed on Monday that De Jong would miss the tournament in Germany due to an ankle injury. This decision marks a notable shift in the Dutch team's strategy.

The Dutch soccer association also announced that midfielder Teun Koopmeiners will miss Euro 2024 after suffering an injury during warm-ups for the Netherlands' final friendly against Iceland on Monday. This double blow calls for urgent adjustments to the team's lineup for the highly anticipated tournament set to begin on Friday.

Maatsen, who was part of the provisional Netherlands squad, will cut short his vacation to join the team at its base in Wolfsburg, Germany. The defender, on loan from Chelsea, earned a spot in UEFA's Champions League team of the season and is expected to provide Koeman with a robust option on the left flank. The Netherlands, the 1988 European champions, will face Poland, France, and Austria in the group stage.

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