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Belgian clubs recruit foreign wingers

Overview

In July 2026, South African winger Shandre Campbell signed a four‑year contract with KV Kortrijk, moving from Club Brugge and underscoring the growing presence of South African talent in the Belgian Pro League. A few weeks later, in August 2026, Belgian side KVC Westerlo announced the signing of 22‑year‑old Welsh international Cameron Congreve from Swansea City on a similar four‑year deal. Both transfers illustrate a continuing trend among Belgian clubs to acquire young, foreign wingers from diverse footballing backgrounds to strengthen their squads.

Entities

Craig Bellamy · Cameron Congreve · KVC Westerlo · Wales national football team · Swansea City

Timeline

  1. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    KVC Westerlo signs Welsh winger Cameron Congreve

    KVC Westerlo has signed Welsh winger Cameron Congreve from Swansea City on a four‑year deal for around €1 million, aiming to boost its attack after the exit of Allahyar Sayyadmanesh.

  2. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    South African winger Shandre Campbell signs four‑year contract with KV Kortrijk

    South African winger Shandre Campbell, 21, joins KV Kortrijk from Club Brugge on a four‑year deal, aiming to cement his place in the Belgian Pro League.

Sources

governanceinstitute.com.au · kvcwesterlo.be · rtv.be · voetbalprimeur.be