There is talk of ‘movement’ around Ricardo Pepi, the Eindhovens Dagblad reports. A club, whose name is not mentioned, has indicated to PSV that it is willing to pay almost 20 million euros for the striker. The champion of the Netherlands wants much more money, and is also keen to keep the American.
Pepi’s situation at PSV is known. The striker wants to play more often, but is still fighting a fierce competition with Luuk de Jong. “That situation is a reason for the necessary clubs to inquire about the plans of the American striker and those of PSV,” outlines the ED, which knows that the Eindhoven team does not want to let him go unless there is “a gigantic amount” on the table. is laid.
There is no question of a ‘gigantic amount’ at the moment, but a commitment has been made by a club. The name is not mentioned by the ED, but it is clear that the club in question is prepared to pay 20 million euros for Pepi, who still has a contract in Eindhoven until June 30, 2028. ‘That will not be enough to convince technical director Earnest Stewart to the utmost excitement’, it can be read.
In the meantime, the club is looking at ways to keep Pepi happy. Not only by giving him more minutes than last season, but a possible upgrade of his contract is also currently being considered. PSV sees a future with De Jong and Pepi. Technical director Earnest Stewart recently indicated this to ESPN.
Pepi played 23 official matches for PSV this season. He scored fourteen goals. Competitor and PSV captain De Jong played in twenty official matches. His tally stands at eight goals.
