Nygren hails Veerman, decries his World Cup miss

Swedish international Benjamin Nygren, now playing for Celtic, said Veerman’s absence from the Netherlands World Cup squad is remarkable, noting the PSV midfielder’s key role for the Dutch side and recalling their time together at SC Heerenveen in the Eredivisie. Joey Veerman’s omission from the Dutch squad has sparked debate in both the Netherlands and Sweden. The PSV midfielder will miss the World Cup despite his recent performances. Benjamin Nygren, a Swedish international now at Celtic, told De that Veerman’s non‑selection is noteworthy. “He was the best player of the Heerenveen‑team where I have played,” he said.

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Nygren added that Veerman continued to excel after moving to PSV, describing him as a fantastic player. The quote underscores Nygren’s high regard for his former teammate. Nygren also praised Jan Paul van Hecke, another former Heerenveen teammate. “He has developed wonderfully. That he is now a starter for the Dutch national team and a solid centre‑back in the Premier League is impressive,” Nygren remarked.

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Coach Ronald Koeman’s current selection therefore includes van Hecke but not Veerman. The Dutch squad thus proceeds to the World Cup without the PSV midfielder. Fans are invited to watch the latest Studio Oranje programme, which will discuss the Dutch team, Curaçao and World Cup debutant Deveron Fonville. The broadcast promises further insight into the national side’s preparations.