Poldervaart and Costa complete staff

Poldervaart comes over from De Graafschap and will start work in Sittard as Danny Buijs' assistant coach. The duo previously worked together successfully for three seasons at FC Groningen. The 52-year-old Oudenhoorner signs for a season at the Fortuna Sittard Stadium. "I am extremely happy with the opportunity offered by Fortuna and the confidence they have in me," Poldervaart said.

Francisco Costa
Costa will also be added to the technical staff and will mainly focus on analyzing the opponent. The 26-year-old Portuguese comes over from FC Porto and previously worked for AEK Athens and Celta de Vigo, among others. Costa has signed a contract for one season.

Jeroen Schepens will remain at the club as assistant coach next season, Dominik Vergoossen returns to EVV as trainer. Frank Demouge is also leaving Fortuna.