Feyenoord right-back Givairo Read has spoken out about ongoing transfer rumors linking him to major European clubs, following a 6-0 pre-season friendly victory over FC Dordrecht on Saturday.
The 20-year-old defender, under contract at De Kuip until mid-2029, has reportedly attracted interest from Paris FC, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City.
Speaking to De Telegraaf after the match, Read acknowledged past interest from foreign clubs but remained focused on his current team.
“It did not become concrete, but I do not have to lie about the fact that multiple clubs came last year.
But it went the way it had to go. You never know if it will still happen,” said Read.
The defender expressed uncertainty about the remainder of the summer transfer window while reinforcing his commitment to Feyenoord under new manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst.
“I do not know what the future brings, it can still go either way,” said Read.
He emphasized his desire to remain with Feyenoord and achieve domestic success before considering any potential departure.
“But I do not have the feeling that I have to leave or want to leave Feyenoord. Not at all even.
I have a good feeling about the new coach. And I have not become a champion with Feyenoord yet.
That is my goal,” said Read.
In addition to club success, the right-back shared his international aspirations regarding the Dutch national team despite heavy positional competition from players like Jurriën Timber, Denzel Dumfries, Jeremie Frimpong, and Lutsharel Geertruida.
“I have goals and the Dutch national team is one of them. I know who I have in front of me, but I also have confidence in myself.
My debut is a goal. I want to achieve that.
I am also curious who the national team coach will be. Arne Slot?
I know him of course, he let me make my debut at Feyenoord,” said Read.
“I was not ready for a vacation at all! It actually felt like I had only just started again.
But I am fresh now. That rest did help,” said Read.
The friendly match featured several new signings, including Belgian midfielder Charles Vanhoutte, who immediately impressed the defender.
“He feels at home, I think,” said Read.
Read praised Vanhoutte's seamless integration into the squad's tactical setup during his first game action.
“It seems as if he has been playing with us longer. He is handy with the ball and I think fits well into our system,” said Read.
He also shared positive initial impressions of other summer arrivals Nacho Ferri and Mika Mármol, despite neither featuring in the match against Dordrecht.
“I have only known them for a week, but Ferri is a very big striker. I already saw that he can score goals easily.
He has a good kick.
Mármol stands close to me at the back, is comfortable on the ball and showed himself immediately,” said Read.
