PSV Eindhoven are the latest club to be linked with USMNT striker Ricardo Pepi according to reports today.
At this stage, it has been unconfirmed whether Ruud van Nistelrooy’s men want to bring the 20-year-old on a loan or a permanent move but sources have confirmed they hold a strong interest in Pepi who has starred in Holland this season.
USMNT star Ricardo Pepi could be set for stay in the Netherlands
The Texan has scored an impressive 12 goals in 27 matches for FC Groningen and according to 90min football reporter Lizzy Becherano, Dutch giants PSV are set to swoop for the forward after hearing the news that Pepi is eager to cut ties with German side Augsburg, where the forward has failed to make an impact since signing for $20m.
Sources confirm interest from PSV to sign Ricardo Pepi.
Unclear whether the deal would consist of a loan or full transfer, but the Eredivisie giants remain the frontrunners to on-load the USMNT figure. Augsburg and Pepi both eager to mutually part ways.
— Lizzy Becherano (@lizzy_becherano) May 18, 2023
Pepi has already been linked with Italian side Lazio but Pepi’s success in the Eredivisie this season could sway the American’s decision.