Wout Verlinden has secured his first contract. The central defender thus remains linked to Club NXT until 2026 with an option to 2027.
The Limburg defender (17) made the switch from the youth of KRC Genk to Club NXT in July 2023. This season he showed his value for our U23 with some strong performances.
Visiting Zulte Waregem, he made his debut in the starting lineup in early October. He also started against Lierse SK and last weekend against RFC Liège. He has also played in the Youth League games this season.
Wout now sees his strong performance rewarded with a first contract until 2026, with an option until 2027.