Eredivisie End of Season Review: Fortuna Sittard | OneFootball

Finish position: 11th

Overview:

It was an up and down season for Fortuna Sittard this season. After a decent start, 2025 brought a horrific run of form that ultimately cost them a place in the European play-offs. However, even if they had qualified, they would not have participated after failing to gain a UEFA License. It was another mid table finish for Fortuna Sittard, who finished 10th last year and 13th the season before. Fans will hope that any licensing problems will not be signs of wider issues and can be sorted out ahead of next season with a view to pushing for a play-off finish. However, it is another season in the Eredivisie and that remains the minimum expectation for the side.

Player of the season: Mattijs Branderhorst

After limited appearances of FC Utrecht during the 2023/2024 campaign, Mattijs Branderhorst joined Fortuna Sittard on loan and has gone on to become a key player for the side. He made 93 saves this season with a save percentage of 70.5% according to FotMob, which contributed to 10 clean sheets. He was also statistically the best goalkeepers in the league at dealing with crosses, with 55 high claims, more than any other goalkeeper in the Eredivisie. With a contract up in 2026, Fortuna Sittard should explore the option of bringing him back next season.

Young player of the season: Ryan Fosso

Fosso joined Fortuna Sittard in the summer from Swiss side FC Vaduz. While not jumping off the page in terms of performances Fosso has had a solid first season in the Eredivisie. The 22-year-old central midfielder played 32 games in all competitions, grabbing one goal and an assist. For a side that has not used many U23 players this season, Fosso has been the one young player to play consistent minutes. Fosso has one year left on his contract at the club, so next season could be a big chance for him to earn a new deal or attract interest from elsewhere.

Summer needs:

Fortuna Sittard only managed a measly 37 goals in 34 games. Their top scorer was Kristoffer Peterson with just seven goals. The side tried to address the issue in January with the signing of Bojan Radulovic on loan from Huddersfield Town, but he could only manage one goal in 11 games. With Kaj Sierhuis having missed most of the season, it was obvious that they had been too reliant on him after his 12 goals last season. Another striker and someone else who can create for the striker would be worthwhile, as the side only managed an xG of 41.9 this season, less than RKC Waalwijk who were relegated.

Grade: B

GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson