Belgian football clubs manage transfers and derby fallout

Belgian football clubs are navigating significant roster changes and performance scrutiny during the final stages of the summer transfer window.

RSC Anderlecht is facing criticism following a 0-3 derby loss to Union Saint-Gilloise. Analysts have questioned the defensive stability of new signings Giulian Biancone and Léo Pétrot, noting that the team struggled with organization and creativity. Despite this, Anderlecht's sporting director Antoine Sibierski is working against UEFA deadlines to secure further reinforcements, including potential signings of Arnau Comas, Roméo Amane, or Ilias Koutsoupias to bolster the squad.

Meanwhile, Standard Liège has finalized much of its transfer business. The club has secured Andi Zeqiri and reached an agreement to terminate Thomas Henry’s contract, allowing him to join Reggiana in Italy. This move provides the club with significant financial relief. Additionally, striker Dennis Ayensa will remain with the squad following a failed transfer to Turkey.