Telstar faces significant challenges ahead as it prepares for its unexpected promotion to the Eredivisie, including upgrading its stadium, securing a grass surface, and increasing its budget. The club celebrated its promotion with thousands of fans in IJmuiden, marking a historic moment for the team.

Replacing the artificial turf with a grass surface is a top priority, with costs estimated at at least a million euros, and the tight timeline complicates the process, making sowing grass unfeasible. The team also needs to find a new training field, as training on the grass in the stadium would be too much for it.

Stadium upgrades are essential, including adjustments to the stands and light masts to meet Eredivisie standards. Telstar operated on a minimal player budget of approximately one million euros, part of a total budget of roughly four million. The team now anticipates a budget increase, boosted by an additional 3.2 million euros in TV money.

Thirteen players are already under contract for the next season, and Telstar will explore player loan options with clubs like Ajax or AZ. Coach Anthony Correia is expected to stay with the team, although he acknowledges the potential for lucrative offers that could change his situation. Safety measures and stadium security are also key concerns that need to be addressed.