Gjivai Zechiël credits loan spells for professional growth

Feyenoord midfielder Gjivai Zechiël has credited his recent professional growth and successful season to his previous loan spells at Sparta Rotterdam and FC Utrecht.

Zechiël noted that playing weekly during those periods helped him develop physically, improve his stamina, and increase his scoring ability. He specifically highlighted his time under coach Ron Jans at FC Utrecht, mentioning that frequent discussions with Jans helped him maintain focus and mental resilience during challenging periods.

Following a contract extension at Feyenoord and a first call-up to the Dutch national team, Zechiël expressed that the trust from the club's staff allows him to play without undue pressure. He emphasized his transition from a talented but inexperienced youngster to a reliable player capable of contributing both technically and through hard work on the pitch.