Nathan Ngoy delivered a standout defensive performance for the Belgian national team in a 2-1 victory over Turkey, prompting bold predictions from manager Mark van Bommel about his market value, [voetbalprimeur.be] reported.
The defender anchored a backline that helped secure a Nations League result in Turkey on Thursday night. Trailing early, Belgium overturned the deficit in four minutes through goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Charles De Ketelaere.
“Hij verdedigt zo zuiver. Nathan denkt en durft ook vooruit te denken. Hij is een moderne topverdediger die voor heel veel geld zal vertrekken. Dat laatste moet je tussen haakjes zetten,” said Van Bommel, [voetbalprimeur.be] reported.
The Dutch coach immediately acknowledged the weight of his own statement regarding the young central defender. “Nu heb ik weer te veel gezegd. Ik zie de kop alweer voor me,” Van Bommel joked to [voetbalprimeur.be] after the match.
Belgium turns its attention to a decisive fixture against Italy on Sunday as the group stage reaches its climax. The national team aims to build on the momentum gained in Istanbul under Van Bommel’s high-pressing tactical framework.
Captain Youri Tielemans also addressed media inquiries regarding his club form ahead of Sunday’s match. “Ik ben nu bij de Rode Duivels en focus me helemaal op de match tegen Turkije. Straks gaat mijn focus weer naar Manchester United,” Tielemans told [Nieuwsblad] journalists.
Van Bommel heads into the weekend with renewed options in the attacking third, boosted by the return of Jeremy Doku, [HBVL] reported. The manager’s tactical adjustments continue to emphasize high-intensity pressing and sustained territorial dominance.
Turkey presents a distinct challenge on Sunday following structural changes under new coach Sergen Yalçin. Belgium prepares to face an opponent known for creating scoring opportunities against elite opposition, [HBVL] noted from pre-match training sessions.
Sunday’s match against Italy kicks off the final stretch of the current international window as the squad looks to secure advancement in the tournament.
