Feyenoord Rotterdam has turned down a €26 million bid for their center-back, David Hancko. The Slovakian international has been a crucial part of Feyenoord’s defense since joining the club in August 2022 from Sparta Prague.
- Feyenoord rejected a €26 million offer for David Hancko.
- Hancko’s market value is currently €35 million.
- He has a contract with Feyenoord until June 2028.
Hancko’s Rising Profile in European Football
David Hancko, born on December 13, 1997, in Prievidza, Slovakia, has established himself as one of the top defenders in the Eredivisie. Standing tall at 1.88 meters, Hancko has been a stalwart in the Feyenoord defense. His performances during the 2023/2024 season have been impressive, making 34 appearances and scoring 5 goals.
Feyenoord’s rejection of the €26 million offer indicates the club’s valuation of the player is much higher. Given his contract runs until June 2028, Feyenoord seems keen on retaining their star defender, who has also earned 42 caps and scored 4 goals for the Slovakian national team.
❌️ Feyenoord Rotterdam rejected the last offer of €26m for David Hancko
pic.twitter.com— Santi Aouna (@Santi_J_FM)
October 02, 2023
Transfer History and Market Value
Hancko’s journey began in youth clubs like Tatran Kamenec and FC Baník Prievidza before moving to MŠK Žilina, where he was promoted to the first team in 2016. His professional career saw him transfer to ACF Fiorentina in 2018 for €3.5 million. After a loan spell at Sparta Prague in 2019, he made a permanent move to the Czech club in 2020 for €2 million.
In August 2022, Hancko joined Feyenoord Rotterdam for a €6 million fee. His market value has since soared to €35 million as of May 31, 2024, reflecting his significant contributions on the field.
Recent Transfer News and Context
Feyenoord’s decision to reject the offer highlights Hancko’s importance to the team. His defensive prowess has been pivotal for Feyenoord throughout the 2023/2024 season. Internationally, Hancko continues to be a key player for Slovakia, adding to his growing reputation.
This transfer saga is reminiscent of other significant moves in European football, such as Matias Soulé’s €26 million transfer to AS Roma, which included add-ons and a sell-on clause. Similarly, speculation surrounds Artem Dovbyk’s potential move to AS Roma, with the club reportedly intensifying efforts to secure his services.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Hancko’s profile on Transfermarkt.