Quinten Timber Completes Move to Marseille Following Feyenoord Departure
Dutch midfielder Quinten Timber has joined Olympique de Marseille, departing Feyenoord in a transfer facilitated by his expiring contract. The move, alongside Justin Bijlow’s transfer to Genoa, prompted reflection from Feyenoord’s general manager, Dennis te Kloese, on the club’s position and the players’ desires.
Feyenoord Acknowledges Timber’s Value
Dennis te Kloese acknowledged the significance of both Timber and Bijlow to the club. He stated they were “fantastic boys,” highlighting Justin Bijlow’s long history with Feyenoord and Quinten Timber’s substantial value to the club [1]. The departures were partially necessitated by the players’ contracts nearing expiration, making a transfer the optimal solution to secure a transfer fee.
Players’ Desires Drove the Transfers
Te Kloese emphasized that the moves were also driven by the players’ personal ambitions. Both Timber and Bijlow expressed a desire to pursue latest opportunities. Bijlow was initially aiming for a move to England, while Timber’s potential transfer was delayed due to injuries in the summer. Opportunities arose that both players and the club agreed to pursue [1].
Timing and Financial Considerations
Acknowledging that the timing of such departures is rarely ideal, Te Kloese explained that the club had to make a pragmatic decision. He expressed satisfaction with how both players are settling into their new clubs, noting Justin Bijlow’s fitness and positive start in Italy and Quinten Timber’s long-awaited opportunity to progress his career with his family [1].
Importance of Securing Transfer Fees
Te Kloese underscored the financial importance of securing transfer fees when players’ contracts are nearing expiration. He stated that failing to do so would result in no return for the club, highlighting the benefit of receiving “decent compensation” for the players’ transfers [1].
Quinten Timber’s Profile
Quinten Ryan Crispito Timber, born on June 17, 2001, in Utrecht, Netherlands, is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Marseille [1]. He is the twin brother of Arsenal defender Jurriën Timber and has an older brother, Dylan Timber, who is also a professional footballer. Timber has represented the Netherlands at various youth levels, including winning the 2018 UEFA European Under-17 Championship, and has recently begun his senior international career, earning his first cap in March 2024 [1]. Before joining Marseille in 2026, he played for Feyenoord from 2022, where he became captain and helped the club win the Eredivisie, KNVB Cup, and Johan Cruyff Shield [1].