Germany: Regular participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 almost certain – Doubts from the broadcaster about Joost Klein

Regular participation almost certain

The Netherlands will very likely participate normally in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has already given the green light for this. The Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS is also planning to participate again after a year of absence. This was announced by the broadcaster on Monday (20.02.2023).

Klein causes doubts among the broadcaster

However, there is still no clarity about who will represent the Netherlands in 2025. At the end of January, singer Joost Klein announced that he would like to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest for the Netherlands next year. However, his announcement was met with mixed reactions from AVROTROS. The broadcaster is skeptical about Klein's suitability as a Eurovision candidate because of his controversial statements in the past.

AVROTROS wants a "convincing candidate"

In a statement, AVROTROS emphasized that it wants to send a "convincing candidate" to the Eurovision Song Contest. The broadcaster will therefore carefully examine Klein's application. A final decision is expected in the coming weeks.

Klein wants to "represent the Netherlands with dignity"

Klein, for his part, said he was "very serious" about his application. He wants to "represent the Netherlands with dignity" at the Eurovision Song Contest. The singer is aware of the broadcaster's concerns about his past statements, but he emphasizes that he has learned from his mistakes.

Conclusion

Whether the Netherlands will actually participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with Joost Klein remains to be seen. The broadcaster AVROTROS will make a final decision on Klein's application in the coming weeks. The Netherlands last participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2022, when singer S10 finished 11th with her song "De Diepte".