Van Rooij Has Signed For Fc Twente

Van Rooij from FC Twente: 'I couldn't have dreamed it better'

Van Rooij has signed for FC Twente

Van Rooij was no longer counting on it, but still became a player for FC Twente

Van Rooij no longer expected it, but he is still a player for FC Twente.

The 27-year-old defender signed a contract for one season on Thursday, with an option for another year.

Van Rooij played for FC Twente from 2012 to 2016 and then played for VVV-Venlo, Sparta Rotterdam and most recently Go Ahead Eagles.

Van Rooij: 'I had almost given up hope'

Van Rooij is happy with his return to his old club.

"I had almost given up hope," he says on the club's website.

"But I am very happy that I can play for FC Twente again. I had a great time here and I am looking forward to the new season."

FC Twente is happy with the arrival of Van Rooij

FC Twente is also pleased with the arrival of Van Rooij.

"We are very happy that we have been able to sign Van Rooij," says technical director Jan Streuer.

"He is an experienced player who knows the club and the Eredivisie. We are convinced that he can be of value to the team."

Van Rooij could make his debut on Sunday

Van Rooij could make his debut for FC Twente on Sunday, in the away match against Fortuna Sittard.