His time in Alkmaar was, however, marked by injuries and he struggled to establish himself in the starting lineup. After loans at NAC Breda and Vitesse, he signed a permanent two-and-a-half year deal with the latter on 14 January 2009 with Julian Jenner making the same move.
His time in Alkmaar was marked by injuries, and he struggled to secure a starting position. After loan spells at NAC Breda and Vitesse, he signed a permanent two-and-a-half year contract with the latter on 14 January 2009, with Julian Jenner making the same move.