Vitesse Arnhem will be relegated from the Eredivisie after the Dutch football federation imposed a massive 18-point deduction after the club failed to meet the requirements of its licensing regulations.

The deduction left Vitesse in bottom place on -1 points in the table, guaranteeing a first relegation in 35 seasons.

“It’s a black day, but it’s the harsh reality,” said Edwin Reijntjes, the club’s interim general manager.

“Such a sanction was unavoidable, but we are very happy with the opportunity being offered to us to retain our licence.

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