Mateo Haesaert (17) signs with Club NXT until 2029. The central defender, who can also play as a midfielder, currently plays for Club NXT U18. He began his training at Excelsior Zedelgem and then moved to Blauw-Zwart via Cercle Brugge in 2018, where he has since gone through the youth series at Club NXT. Last season, Mateo traveled along to Lausanne for the Final Four week in the UEFA Youth League, from Club NXT U19, where he gained valuable experience.
Haesaert has also gained experience at the international level. In September 2024, he made his debut for the Belgian U16 during a practice international against Ireland U16. Earlier, he collected playing minutes with Belgium's U15.
Haesaert now sees his achievements rewarded with a contract extension and thus remains with Blauw-Zwart until 2029.