Excelsior strengthens attack with experienced winger Excelsior has signed Iranian international Alireza Jahanbakhsh for the new Eredivisie season. The 32-year-old winger returns to the Netherlands after a season with FCV Dender EH in Belgium. Excelsior currently tops the Eredivisie with 3 points from 1 game (4-0 win against Cambuur) and a goal difference of +4. ## Who is Alireza Jahanbakhsh? Jahanbakhsh started his career in the Netherlands in 2013 with NEC Nijmegen. He then played for AZ Alkmaar, Feyenoord and Heerenveen. During the 2017/18 season, he was the Eredivisie top scorer and named Player of the Year. After three seasons in the Premier League with Brighton & Hove Albion, he now returns to the Eredivisie. ## What does this mean for Excelsior? The arrival of Jahanbakhsh strengthens Excelsior's attack. With his experience and skills, he can play a key role in the offense. Excelsior hopes this reinforcement will help them compete in the Eredivisie. ## What's next on the schedule? Excelsior's next match is at home against Fortuna Sittard on January 24, 2027. Fortuna Sittard is currently fifth in the league.