FC Volendam is on the brink of securing a transfer record fee for goalkeeper Kayne van Oevelen, who is set to join Valencia. The 22-year-old’s move could make him the club’s second-highest-ever sale after Micky van de Ven’s €8.5 million transfer to VfL Wolfsburg in 2021. The former fishing village club is eyeing a major financial windfall.

What just happened?

Valencia has officially approached Van Oevelen, offering a five-year contract after his standout season at FC Volendam. Spanish sources, including De Telegraaf, confirm the club’s interest—but with a hefty price tag. FC Volendam, however, isn’t playing charity: Valencia’s financial strength has waned in recent years, notes Voetbal International.

Why does this matter for FC Volendam?

Van Oevelen, 22, is one of the club’s biggest youth academy products. His departure could inject much-needed funds into the squad, which currently sits 14th in the Eredivisie with 28 points (7 wins, 7 draws, 16 losses) and a -19 goal difference. Their next away game is December 6 against NAC Breda.

Who else was interested?

Feyenoord saw Van Oevelen as a backup for Tjark Ernst but baulked at the price. FC Twente held talks and even gave him a club presentation, but the asking fee was too steep. Other suitors included Leeds United, Ipswich Town, and Werder Bremen. Jeffrey de Lange (Olympique Marseille) and Jasper Schendelaar (PEC Zwolle) remain in the mix.

What’s next?

The Valencia deal appears most likely. If it goes through, Van Oevelen will become FC Volendam’s second-highest-ever sale. The club now faces the challenge of rebuilding while keeping an eye on the rest of the season—starting with the December 6 trip to NAC Breda.