Meanwhile, Kevin Diks has chosen to continue his career in Germany. After his contract with FC Copenhagen ended, the right-back joined Borussia Mönchengladbach on a free transfer in July 2024. This transfer makes Diks the latest Indonesian-descent player competing in the Bundesliga.
Jay Idzes to Sassuolo
Jay Idzes officially joined Sassuolo in the 2024 summer transfer window. This formidable defender previously played for Venezia and performed consistently in Serie B. Now, he has the opportunity to prove his quality in Serie A, Italy's top league, which is known for being tough and competitive.
Calvin Verdonk to Lille
From the Netherlands, Calvin Verdonk is stepping up to a bigger stage. He officially moved from NEC Nijmegen to LOSC Lille in the summer of 2024 for a transfer fee of around €3 million. This naturalized Indonesian national team left-back will now face new challenges in France's Ligue 1, one of Europe's most prestigious competitions.
Emil Audero to Como, then loaned to Cremonese
Emil Audero's name is also making waves. The goalkeeper, born in Mataram, was officially signed by Como from Sampdoria in July 2024 on a four-year contract. However, to secure more playing time, Como loaned him to Cremonese in July 2025. His presence strengthens the Serie A club's goalkeeping position while also extending the list of Indonesian-born players in Italy.
The moves of Jay Idzes, Emil Audero, Calvin Verdonk, and Kevin Diks to major European clubs demonstrate that naturalized players and those of Indonesian descent are increasingly being recognized. Their journeys in Europe's top leagues not only inspire young footballers in Indonesia but also bring pride to all Indonesian football fans.
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