No Vincent Janssen against the Red Devils. The Dutch striker has to pass for the derby because he has wedding plans. In addition to Janssen, Noa Lang has also been called up. “Only now and in September do we still have the chance to see new players at work,” national coach Louis van Gaal explained his choice.
The choice for Janssen is striking. The 27-year-old striker had completely disappeared from view since he played for the Mexican Monterrey. The former attacker of AZ and Tottenham Hotspur donned the Orange shirt for the last time in October 2017.
Normally Janssen would therefore be able to make his comeback in the King Baudouin Stadium on June 4, but he let that chance pass. A day later, he tied the knot in the United States. The wedding was planned much earlier, so it was impossible to reschedule and no derby for Janssen. He will join the group after the international match.
Noa Lang against the Belgians
Noa Lang also received a convocation letter in the mail. The Club Brugge player made his debut last year and has already earned 3 caps. The Dutchman will undoubtedly be keen on a good performance against his Belgian teammates.
“Everyone knows that everything is already dominated by the upcoming World Cup,” said Van Gaal after announcing his selection. “There will be little time to prepare, so we have to make the most of the available time.”
In addition to Vincent Janssen, Martins Indi (AZ) and Jerdy Schouten (Bologna) will also be included in Louis van Gaal’s selection.
