# Feyenoord player development and roles

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/feyenoord-player-development-and-roles
> Updated: 2026-09-11T17:18:19.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Feyenoord players Thijs Kraaijeveld, Charles Vanhoutte, and Sem Steijn have been discussing their development and tactical roles at the club.

In August, Kraaijeveld expressed ambitions to secure a permanent starting position and win a championship. During the same period, midfielder Charles Vanhoutte drew attention for his defensive performance against Sparta Rotterdam, where he led the team in tackles and interceptions.

By September, Vanhoutte described his role as performing the ‘dirty work’ to provide midfield balance through ball recovery. Concurrently, Sem Steijn expressed a desire for more playing time following a Champions League appearance against FC Barcelona, noting his versatility to play as a ‘number ten’ or in more advanced positions such as striker.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-11: Feyenoord midfielders Vanhoutte and Steijn discuss roles

Feyenoord midfielders Charles Vanhoutte and Sem Steijn discuss their roles, playing styles, and ambitions for more playing time at the club.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/feyenoord-midfielders-vanhoutte-and-steijn-discuss-roles

### 2026-08-14: Feyenoord players Kraaijeveld and Vanhoutte focus on growth

Feyenoord players Thijs Kraaijeveld and Charles Vanhoutte are establishing themselves, with Kraaijeveld eyeing a starting role and championship, while Vanhoutte shows strong defensive statistics.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/feyenoord-players-kraaijeveld-and-vanhoutte-focus-on-development

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