Insane transfer sensation in the making? 'Groenewegen chooses move to Unibet Tietema Rockets'

The 32-year-old confirmed during the Dutch National Championships that he's searching for a new team. While speculation has swirled for weeks, Groenewegen has so far remained tight-lipped. “It will probably be with another team, but I can’t reveal anything yet,” he said at the time. “That has to stay between me and the team. But I’m very excited about a new challenge.”

Several names have been floated as potential replacements at Jayco-AlUla — including Olav Kooij and Sam Welsford — but Groenewegen’s own future remained unclear. Until now, that is.

According to renowned journalist Daniel Benson, the Unibet Tietema Rockets team is now the frontrunner to sign Groenewegen. While XDS-Astana had also been mentioned — a move that would make sense given the team’s growing Dutch contingent — Benson reports that the 32-year-old is in advanced talks with Tietema’s ambitious ProTeam.

Multiple sources have told Benson that the deal is more than just a rumour. If it goes through, it would undoubtedly mark the biggest signing in the short history of the Dutch squad, which has rapidly gained visibility and respect since its formation. Team founder Bas Tietema has refused to confirm or deny the reports. The official transfer window doesn’t open until August 1, so fans will likely have to wait until then for a definitive answer. But given the buzz, this could become one of the most talked-about moves of the summer.

Before any contract news becomes official, Groenewegen will focus entirely on the race at hand. The opening stage of the Tour de France is flat, offering a golden opportunity for the Dutchman to grab not only a stage win, but also the coveted yellow jersey. Should he manage it, it would be a fairytale start to what might be his final Tour with Jayco-AlUla — and a perfect reminder of the sprinting prowess that makes him such a hot commodity on the transfer market.