The centre-back was immediately loaned out to Heerenveen for the 2020/21 season, where he made 28 appearances.

Jan Paul spent the following campaign out on loan, enjoying his first taste of English football with Blackburn Rovers.

He helped them to an impressive eighth placed finish, notably becoming the first loan player to win their Player of the Season award.

His form at club level was recognised by his country, as he made his Netherlands Under-21 debut in June 2022.