Former American prospect released by second-tiered Dutch club

Gedion Zelalem has once again found himself looking for a new club. After bouncing around several teams in Europe and America, the midfielder joined Dutch side Den Bosch in January 2023. While things seemed to be going well for the former top prospect, the second-tiered team has now parted ways with Zelalem.

“Yesterday we reached an agreement with Gedion to terminate his contract,” stated Den Bosch technical director Bernard Schuiteman. “That is the best for him and for FC Den Bosch, because Gedion did not fit into our plans for the A-selection. It is a pity because under the previous technical management, his contract was extended in the meantime, and he was one of the intended key players for the future.”

“With new people come new ideas and in Gedion’s position that has led to different choices. That is a pity from a human point of view, but Gedion, who has been around professional football for a long time, knows how it works.”

“He has also dealt with this disappointing situation in an extremely professional manner,” continued the exec. “A footballer must train at a level with other footballers and play matches. We hope that Gedion will soon get that chance in a team where he fits better. We wish him every success and thank him for his commitment to FC Den Bosch.”

American midfielder was once a highly-rated Arsenal prospect

Zelalem was once seen as one of the top midfield prospects in the sport. He was previously compared to former Spanish star Cesc Fabregas while with Arsenal. The Maryland native initially joined the Gunners at the age of 16 after a successful trial.

Although having only been with the Arsenal youth setup for just a few months, Zelalem was included in the team’s senior preseason tour in 2013. It was during these friendly fixtures across Asia that fans and pundits began linking the youngster with Fabregas.

After dealing with multiple minor injuries, Zelalem finally made his senior Arsenal debut…

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Author : Chris Moore

Publish date : 2024-09-06 20:49:31

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