FC Volendam has signed a new left-back: George Cox. Cox played for Fortuna Sittard for the past four years and comes to Volendam on a free transfer. The English left-back signs for two years.

What happened?

FC Volendam was looking for a new left-back after the departure of Derry John Murkin to Schalke 04. Cox made the move from the Brighton & Hove Albion academy to Fortuna Sittard in 2019 and quickly became an indispensable part of the team in Limburg.

Why is this important for FC Volendam?

Cox has a lot of experience in the Eredivisie and has played a total of 108 matches. He then trained with Hull City, but this did not result in a contract. Volendam is currently 14th in the Eredivisie with 28 points from 30 games and a recent form of LDLLL.

What comes next?

FC Volendam must now try to climb out of the lower regions of the Eredivisie. The arrival of Cox can help with this.StatValue
League standing14th
Points28
Games played30
Recent formLDLLL
Last resultFC Volendam 1-2 Willem II (2026-05-23)