Xavi open to Saudi-based players for Netherlands Hans Kraay Jr. believes Xavi has no issue with Saudi-based players in the Netherlands national team. The manager's experience in Qatar suggests he views Summerville and Reijnders differently than Koeman did. ## What does this mean for Netherlands? Under Ronald Koeman, Saudi-based players like Bergwijn were excluded. But Xavi's background means he may select Summerville and Reijnders, with Bergwijn also in contention. ## Why does this matter? Netherlands currently top the World Cup group with 7 points from 3 games (2W-1D-0L). Unbeaten in the last 5 (3W-2D-0L), the team could strengthen with Saudi-based players. ## What's next? Netherlands face Germany on September 24. With Xavi as manager, Saudi-based players could feature in future selections.