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NetherlandsNetherlandsFounded 1971
Dick Lukkien
Dick LukkienManager
Home Venue
Euroborg
22,525 capacity
Kristian Strømland Lien
Free
HamKamHamKam
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Travis Hernes
Travis Hernes
Sep 02, 2025
Free
Newcastle United U21Newcastle United U21
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Tygo Land
Tygo Land
Aug 28, 2025
Free
PSVPSV
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Dies Janse
Dies Janse
Aug 19, 2025
Free
Jong AjaxJong Ajax
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Lovro Stubljar
Lovro Stubljar
Aug 15, 2025
Free
EmpoliEmpoli
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Tyrique Mercera
Tyrique Mercera
Jul 17, 2025
€663,000
SC CambuurSC Cambuur
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Oskar Zawada
Oskar Zawada
Jul 11, 2025
Free
RKC WaalwijkRKC Waalwijk
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Younes Taha
Younes Taha
Jul 07, 2025
Free
FC TwenteFC Twente
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Hjalmar Ekdal
Hjalmar Ekdal
Jan 23, 2025
Free
BurnleyBurnley
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Dave Kwakman
Dave Kwakman
Jan 20, 2025
Free
AZAZ
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David van der Werff
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Kevin van Veen
Kevin van Veen
Nov 05, 2024
Free
St. MirrenSt. Mirren
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Maxim Mariani
Maxim Mariani
Sep 26, 2024
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Stije Resink
Stije Resink
Aug 30, 2024
€700,000
Almere CityAlmere City
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Finn Stam
Finn Stam
Jul 10, 2024
Free
Jong AZJong AZ
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Thijs Oosting
Thijs Oosting
Jul 02, 2024
€1,000,000
Willem IIWillem II
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Brynjólfur Willumsson
€75,000
KristiansundKristiansund
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Etienne Vaessen
Etienne Vaessen
Jul 01, 2024
Free
RKC WaalwijkRKC Waalwijk
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Kevin van Veen
Kevin van Veen
Jun 30, 2024
Free
KilmarnockKilmarnock
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F. Krüger
F. Krüger
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Eintracht BraunschweigEintracht Braunschweig
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Ragnar Oratmangoen
Ragnar Oratmangoen
Jun 30, 2024
Free
Fortuna SittardFortuna Sittard
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Tomas Suslov
Tomas Suslov
Jan 30, 2024
Free
Hellas VeronaHellas Verona
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Rui Mendes
Rui Mendes
Jan 24, 2024
€250,000
FC EmmenFC Emmen
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Kian Slor
Kian Slor
Dec 01, 2023
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Nick Bakker
Nick Bakker
Nov 23, 2023
Free
TBCTBC
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Wouter Prins
Wouter Prins
Nov 01, 2023
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Noam Emeran
Noam Emeran
Aug 24, 2023
Free
Manchester United U23Manchester United U23
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Leandro Bacuna 
Leandro Bacuna 
Aug 02, 2023
Free
WatfordWatford
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Jetro Willems
Jetro Willems
Feb 23, 2023
Free
TBCTBC
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Thijmen Blokzijl
Thijmen Blokzijl
Jan 01, 2023
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Thom van Bergen
Thom van Bergen
Jan 01, 2023
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Jorg Schreuders
Jorg Schreuders
Jan 01, 2023
Free
Groningen U21Groningen U21
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Melayro Bogarde
Melayro Bogarde
Jan 14, 2022
Free
TSG HoffenheimTSG Hoffenheim
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Sebastian Tounekti
Sebastian Tounekti
Aug 31, 2021
Free
Bodø / GlimtBodø / Glimt
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Yahya Kalley
Yahya Kalley
Aug 31, 2021
€400,000
IFK GöteborgIFK Göteborg
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Laros Duarte
Laros Duarte
Aug 31, 2021
€675,000
Sparta RotterdamSparta Rotterdam
FC GroningenFC Groningen
Elias Olsson
Elias Olsson
Aug 31, 2021
Free
KalmarKalmar
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Daleho Irandust
Daleho Irandust
Aug 31, 2021
€400,000
HäckenHäcken
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Paulos Abraham
Paulos Abraham
Feb 01, 2021
Free
AIKAIK
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Mike te Wierik
Mike te Wierik
Jan 19, 2021
Free
Derby CountyDerby County
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Per Kristian Bråtveit
Free
DjurgårdenDjurgården
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Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at FC Groningen's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has FC Groningen been in the transfer market over the past decade?

FC Groningen has been very active in the transfer market, completing 84 transfers over the past 6 seasons. This includes 41 incoming moves and 43 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 25 transactions, while 2020/21 saw just 4.

Transfer Spending

A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.

Over the past decade, FC Groningen has invested a total of €4.2M in incoming transfers while recouping €22.3M from player sales. This results in a net profit of €18.1M, making the club a modest net seller. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €1.8M invested, while 2021/22 generated the most revenue at €10.5M.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does FC Groningen prefer to do their business?

FC Groningen is conducting almost all business in summer. The summer window accounts for 81% of all transfer activity (68 moves), compared to 19% in January (16 moves). Summer spending totals €3.9M vs €250K in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks FC Groningen's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative profit of €18.1M. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has FC Groningen invested in?

FC Groningen's recruitment has been with attacker being the primary focus, with Attackers representing 34% of incoming transfers (14 signings). Defender arrivals account for another 29% (12 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has FC Groningen seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Attacker positions (37%, 16 players), followed by Defenders at 30% (13 players). Both incoming and outgoing activity has been concentrated in attacker positions, suggesting squad rebuilding in this area.

Biggest Signings

The most expensive players to arrive at FC Groningen.

The most significant investment was Thijs Oosting for €1.0M, arriving from Willem II in 2024. Stije Resink (€700K) and Laros Duarte (€675K) complete the top three. The total spent on these top signings represents 57% of all incoming transfer fees.

Biggest Sales

The highest fees received for departing players.

FC Groningen's record sale is Luciano Valente for €6.8M to Feyenoord in 2025. Recent sales activity indicates the club has been cashing in on assets in recent windows.

Fee Breakdown

How does FC Groningen's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of FC Groningen's incoming business (80%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has FC Groningen targeted in recruitment?

FC Groningen has focused on Under 21 signings, with 39% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 10% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a balanced approach across age groups.

Free Transfers

How much value has FC Groningen found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 80% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Kristian Strømland Lien, Travis Hernes, Tygo Land. In total, FC Groningen has brought in 33 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has FC Groningen utilized the loan market?

FC Groningen has utilized the loan market frequently in both directions, sending out 17 players and bringing in 20 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 11 moves.