Hoefkens wants to shop in Belgium with hopes of bringing old acquaintance to NAC Breda | OneFootball

NAC Breda are in the market for the signature of Liam De Smet. The 21-year-old midfielder is out of contract with Club Brugge NXT, and is said to prefer another challenge over a contract extension. NAC coach Carl Hoefkens hopes to bring De Smet to the Netherlands.

NAC’s interest in De Smet was mentioned on the D’n Hoefcast – Code Geel podcast. The Belgian can thus be reunited with Hoefkens, as the two previously worked together at Club Brugge. The coach hopes to welcome De Smet to Breda soon.

That said, there is no agreement between NAC and De Smet just yet. The midfielder can move over on a free transfer, with his contract with Club Brugge expiring at the end of June. There will be no contract extension.

The midfielder went through the entire youth training of Club Brugge, and was also an important link at Club NXT, the development team.

Last season, De Smet played 27 matches in the Challenger Pro League. The right-footed player scored one goal and provided three assists.

GBeNeFN | Max Bradfield