Dutch footballer Joey Veerman has purchased a full-page advertisement in the national newspaper *De Telegraaf* set to appear on Saturday. According to Valentijn Driessen, head of football at *Telesport*, this move is a deliberate attempt to gain the attention of national team coach Ronald Koeman. The advertisement’s purpose is widely believed to be a bid for inclusion in Koeman’s upcoming squad selection. Details of the advertisement’s content have not been released, but the unusual tactic highlights Veerman’s desire to impress the coach. Driessen suggests the action is a calculated effort to make a statement ahead of potential team announcements. This unconventional approach underscores the competitive nature of securing a place within the national team.