Willem II goalkeeper Thomas Didillon-Hödl sidelined by serious injury

Willem II goalkeeper Thomas Didillon-Hödl has suffered a severe hamstring injury that is expected to sideline him for several months. The injury occurred during the club's Eredivisie opening match against Go Ahead Eagles, a game in which Willem II lost 4-1.

Didillon-Hödl, who played a pivotal role in the club's recent promotion by scoring the decisive penalty in the play-off final against FC Volendam, will likely remain out of action until the end of the year. Wouter van der Steen is expected to step in as the primary replacement for the upcoming match against NEC.

The club is currently evaluating its options, which may include returning to the transfer market to secure additional goalkeeper depth to compensate for the loss of their key defensive leader.