Santiago Gimenez for Feyenoord 2022/23

Gimenez has impressed in his first season for Feyenoord and is now only 2 points away from becoming champions.

Feyenoord can become Dutch champions this weekend when they face Go Ahead Eagles at home. A victory would mean they cannot be caught, and the celebration can begin in Rotterdam. One of the main reasons Feyenoord has had a fantastic season is striker Santiago Gimenez, whom they acquired from Mexican club Cruz Azul for €4.00m before the season. His season has already led to rumors of a move to a bigger league, with Italian club Lazio reported to be interested.

The 22-year-old striker has managed to adapt to the European playing style quickly, and one simply has to take their hat off to the Dutch football system once again. They are skilled at developing football players and helping them adapt to the European playing style quickly.

Santiago Gimenez in the Eredivisie 2022/23:
Games: 29
Goals: 14
Minutes per goals: 118
Assists: 2
Penalties won:  3
Shots on target: 27
Chances created: 19

Santiago Gimenez in all competitions 2022/23: 
Games: 47
Goals: 27
Assists: 2

Top goal scorers in the Eredivisie: 
1.    Anastasios Douvikas (16)
2.    Sydney van Hooijdonk (16)
3.    Xavi Simons (15)
4.    Santiago Gimenez (14) 

At the age of 22, he is a player who will continue to develop, which makes him interesting for bigger clubs than Feyenoord. If they win the championship and have the prospect of the Champions League next season, it will take a significant bid before Feyenoord will sell their golden asset.