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Club Brugge aims to defend title in 2026/2027 Belgian Pro League season

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Club Brugge aims to defend title in 2026/2027 Belgian Pro League season

Summary

Club Brugge begins the 2026/2027 season in the Belgian Pro League under head coach Ivan Leko as the defending champions, having secured their 20th top-flight title the previous year. The team has replaced retired goalkeeper Simon Mingolet with veteran Yann Sommer and bolstered its squad with new signings like Andrej Vasovic and Cheveyo Tsawa. Club Brugge also faces departures, including Christos Tzolis to Arsenal and Aleksandar Stankovic to Inter. Key player Hans Vanaken remains crucial for the team, contributing significantly last season with 12 goals and seven assists. Young midfielder Cheveyo Tsawa is poised for potential first-team action after making a significant impact at FC Zurich.

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By the Numbers

•Club Brugge enters the season as defending champions.
•Ivan Leko retains coaching duties after last season's success.
•Yann Sommer replaces Simon Mingolet in goal.
•Hans Vanaken remains a pivotal player for Club Brugge.
•Cheveyo Tsawa is a promising young player to watch.

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Club Brugge enter the new season under Ivan Leko as defending champions, having added their 20th top flight title to the trophy cabinet last summer. As per usual for Club Brugge, some key players have...
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