Sporting Anderlecht will face a tough opponent in Wolfsburg this Saturday during a friendly match. This match will be a special one for Sebastiaan Bornauw, as it marks his return to his former club.
RSC Anderlecht continues its pre-season preparations and will take on a formidable opponent this Saturday: Wolfsburg, now led by none other than Sebastiaan Bornauw.
The central defender, who has played in Germany since 2019, eagerly awaits the reunion with his former teammates and the club that holds a special place in his heart. In an interview with *Wolfsburg General*, the 25-year-old shared his deep affection for RSCA. “I have an incredibly strong bond with this club, it means the world to me. I actually spent more time at Anderlecht than I did with my own parents.”
A member of the first team during the 2018-2019 season, Sebastiaan Bornauw will once once more share the field with familiar faces, including Yari Verschaeren. “I still have several good friends there. We even attended the same school and managed to have dinner together this summer.”
Besides his return to Anderlecht, Sebastiaan Bornauw also touched upon Euro 2024. Although considered for the pre-selection, he was ultimately left off the final roster by Domenico Tedesco. “The tournament might have gone better, but it also might have been much worse. The most important thing is that the players gave their all on the field.”
Signed to a contract that runs until 2026, Bornauw was acquired by Wolfsburg for a transfer fee of 13.5 million euros from Cologne. Cologne had previously paid 8.5 million euros to Anderlecht in 2019 to secure his services.
Sebastiaan Bornauw Returns to Anderlecht in Friendly Match Against Wolfsburg
RSC Anderlecht continues its pre-season preparation for the upcoming season and will face a tough opponent this Saturday: Wolfsburg, led by a familiar face – Sebastiaan Bornauw. The central defender, who has been playing in Germany since 2019, is eager to reunite with his former teammates and the club that holds a special place in his heart.
Bornauw Reflects on His Time at Anderlecht
In an interview with Wolfsburg General, the 25-year-old expressed his deep affection for RSCA: “I have a very strong connection with this club; it means a lot to me. I spent more time there than with my parents.” This statement highlights the significant impact Anderlecht had on Bornauw’s footballing journey.
A Reunion With Former Teammates
Bornauw, who was a member of Anderlecht’s first team during the 2018-2019 season, is excited to reconnect with former teammates, including the talented Yari Verschaeren. “I still have a few friends there. We went to the same school and had dinner together once more this summer,” he revealed, emphasizing the enduring bond he shares with his former colleagues.
Bornauw and Euro 2024
While the topic of his return to Anderlecht dominated the interview, Bornauw also briefly touched upon Euro 2024. Despite being included in the pre-selection, he was ultimately left out of Domenico Tedesco’s final squad. “The tournament might have gone better, but it might also have been worse,” he stated. “The important thing is that the players gave their all on the pitch.” His experience with the national team, albeit brief, undoubtedly contributed to his growth as a player.
Bornauw’s Transfer History
Currently under contract with Wolfsburg until 2026, Bornauw’s journey to Germany involved a significant transfer fee. In 2019, Wolfsburg acquired him from FC Cologne for €13.5 million. Cologne had secured his services from Anderlecht for €8.5 million just a year earlier.
The Impact of Bornauw’s Return
Bornauw’s return to Anderlecht signifies a homecoming for the talented defender. This friendly match provides an opportunity for him to showcase his abilities to the club and its fans, while also reigniting memories of his time at the club. This encounter will be watched with keen interest by both Anderlecht and Wolfsburg supporters alike.
