An extensive evaluation took place within the club on Monday. “Together we came to the conclusion that there was no upward trend in the development and growth of the team and, linked to this, the results lagged behind,” says technical director Jordy Zuidam. “The goal of playing with more energy and offensive intentions has not been achieved enough. Those are difficult conversations, in which we have been open and honest with each other. Of course it is difficult that this is the conclusion of the conversations we have had, especially when you see that Michael has given everything to bring about growth and development. It is a difficult decision and a disappointing day, also because Michael is really a club man.”