Steven Bergwijn's Exit to Saudi Arabia Ends Netherlands Career

Steven Bergwijn has halted his international career with the Netherlands following his move to Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. He left Ajax for the $23 million deal, prompting Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman to state that sporting ambition wasn't a key factor in Bergwijn’s decision. Bergwijn's situation contrasts with other players like Georginio Wijnaldum.

Steven Bergwijn has brought an abrupt end to his international career with the Netherlands following his move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad.

The former Ajax captain joined Al-Ittihad for $23 million, leaving Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman to remark that sporting ambition wasn't his primary consideration.

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman confirmed that the 'book is closed' for Bergwijn in the Dutch team, contrasting his situation with that of Georginio Wijnaldum, who made a similar move to Saudi for more playing time.

(With inputs from agencies.)