Club Brugge supporters are urging the club to actively pursue new signings following the departure of forward Noah Mbombo to Oud-Heverlee Leuven on a season-long loan, a move perceived by the fanbase as a necessary sacrifice for potential future recruitment. The transfer, finalized on September 27, 2024, has sparked calls for immediate action in the transfer market to bolster the team’s attacking options.
The loan deal allows Mbombo, 22, to gain consistent playing time, but club Brugge fans recognize it as a strategic move enabling the club to free up resources-both financial and squad space-to target reinforcements. This situation underscores the delicate balance between developing young talent and maintaining a competitive squad capable of challenging for titles in the Belgian Pro League and European competitions. The club’s sporting director, Pol Van houtte, has acknowledged the need for strategic adjustments in the coming transfer windows.
“We have to enter the transfer market,” stated a prominent voice within the Club Brugge supporter groups, reflecting the widespread sentiment among the fanbase. The loan of Mbombo, while beneficial for his development, has created an immediate need to address the forward line.
