Joaquin Seys is playing his final months for Club Brugge, with a summer transfer to a foreign club looking all but certain, according to Het Nieuwsblad. The 21-year-old left-back remains contracted at Jan Breydel Stadium until mid-2029, yet he makes no secret of his ambitions to test his limits abroad.
“I have always said that I wouldn’t mind staying at Club for the rest of my career like Hans,” Seys told Het Nieuwsblad, referencing teammate Hans Vanaken. “But at the same time, I want to discover my ceiling, and then you have to go abroad. We’ll see in the summer.”
Premier League Clubs Monitor 21-Year-Old Defender
Club Brugge captain Hans Vanaken expects his young teammate to depart soon, offering a concise assessment: “Joa is too good.” According to Het Nieuwsblad, interest is particularly strong from the Premier League. Seys acknowledges the persistent scouting from England. “I am not acting coy about that: of course I know who is watching,” Seys said. “That also gives extra wings.”
Those watching have plenty of data to review. Two years after his breakthrough on the right side of the defense, Seys has recorded eight goals and 13 assists across 110 appearances for the Belgian powerhouse. He has also earned eight caps for the Belgian national team, highlighted by a strong performance against Lamine Yamal at the World Cup, alongside notable displays in the UEFA Champions League.
Ivan Leko Predicts Bright Future for Man of the Match
Club Brugge coach Ivan Leko praised the defender following a 1-2 Champions League victory against PSV, where Seys delivered two assists and collected the Man of the Match award. Leko expects the young full-back to reach the highest level.
“With the mentality and capabilities he has, he will certainly end up at a top team from the Premier League,” Leko told the club’s official channels, as cited by VoetbalPrimeur.be. “He can defend both high and low, press, and play both inside and outside. On top of that, he is good in possession and vertical football, and he is only 21 years old. So he will reach the top and next year he probably won’t be here anymore.”
Seys Valuation Climbs Ahead of European Showcase in Eindhoven
Club Brugge stands to secure a significant financial windfall from any eventual sale. Seys currently carries an estimated market valuation of 27 million euros, a figure that continues to rise with every impressive European outing. That valuation faces another test in Eindhoven, where scouts from across Europe are expected in the tribunes as Club Brugge faces PSV in European competition.
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