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Telstar signs Mervin Peersman (35) for Eredivisie experience. Belgian signs in Velsen-Zuid until mid-2028

Telstar signs Mervin Peersman (35) for Eredivisie experience. Belgian signs in Velsen-Zuid until mid-2028

Telstar has signed 35-year-old Belgian defender Mervin Peersman on a free transfer from FC Groningen. The player has committed to the club with a contract running until mid-2028.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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