Beimers’ decision to take this unusual route has already created opportunities that may never have emerged had he remained in Belfast.
Living and travelling in a van also makes him more attractive to clubs, as they do not need to cover the transport and accommodation expenses usually associated with trial players.
Instead, Beimers and his father can park somewhere close to the club overnight, allowing him to be prepared when the trial begins.
During breaks between trials, they can head to nearby beaches for training or take their bicycles out to explore quieter routes.
His passport status provides another important advantage.
Born in Northern Ireland to Canadian parents, Beimers went on to represent Canada at the 2025 Under-17 World Cup.
Through his grandfather, he is also entitled to a Dutch passport, making it easier for European clubs to register him as a player.
“Although we have already arranged many details, I enjoy not always knowing where we will go next. It gives us greater freedom and means our lives are not controlled by a strict schedule,” he said.
“I enjoy gaining experience from different coaches and adapting to unfamiliar settings, so I decided it would be good to try something different.”
Beimers hopes to reach the highest standard he can during his career, with the long-term ambition of facing some of Europe’s leading teams.
“I would love the opportunity to face Barcelona or Real Madrid. Just let me play one match against a club of that stature, and I could retire immediately afterwards,” he joked.
“I intend to continue playing until I no longer enjoy football, whether that happens when I am 40 or even 50. More than anything, I want to establish a reputation of my own.”
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