Tristan Gooijer leaves Ajax for Belgian side Lommel SK, signing a contract until mid-2028 after 23 Eredivisie appearances. The 21-year-old right-back returned from a serious knee injury before making 23 appearances, and he posted a farewell message on Instagram. Voetbal International reported the transfer.
How he fits in the current squad
Jeffrey van As, Lommel SK's technical director, describes Gooijer as a young, versatile defender with top-level experience. Lommel finished 8th in the Jupiler Pro League last season and is now 6th in the Eredivisie with 4 points from 2 games, a +2 goal difference. Gooijer fits into Lommel's defense, which currently misses Daley Blind.
What the transfer means for the budget
The transfer fee is undisclosed, but Lommel invests in a young player who played 23 Eredivisie matches. The club is 6th in the Eredivisie with 4 points from 2 games, a +2 goal difference. The next match is away against Telstar on August 30, 2026.
His career at Ajax
Gooijer played for Ajax for three years, with a loan spell at PEC Zwolle in the 2024/25 season. He made 23 Eredivisie appearances, matching the current Eredivisie standings where 6th place has 4 points from 2 games. His contract with Lommel runs until mid-2028.
What this means for the future
This transfer strengthens Lommel's defense, which finished 8th in the Jupiler Pro League. The club now has a young, versatile right-back with top-level experience. The next match is away against Telstar, who are 13th in the Eredivisie. The club can also check their squad for more information on the current team.
Conclusion
Tristan Gooijer leaves Ajax for a new chapter in Belgium, signing a contract until mid-2028. The transfer highlights Lommel's ambition to develop young talent and integrate it into a competitive team that is 6th in the Eredivisie.
Live data context
The Eredivisie is 6th with 4 points from 2 games, a +2 goal difference. Lommel SK finished 8th in the Jupiler Pro League last season. Daley Blind is currently injured. The next match is against Telstar on August 30, 2026.
Data table
| Team | Position | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lommel SK | 8th | 34 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 38 | +8 |
| Ajax | 3rd | 34 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 55 | +19 |
| AZ Alkmaar | 1st | 34 | 22 | 8 | 4 | 62 | +30 |
| PSV | 2nd | 34 | 20 | 9 | 5 | 58 | +25 |
| Feyenoord | 4th | 34 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 52 | +20 |
| FC Utrecht | 5th | 34 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 48 | +15 |
| FC Twente | 6th | 34 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 45 | +12 |
| Telstar | 13th | 34 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 30 | -10 |
