PSV is racing through the Eredivisie this season and has not dropped a single point after sixteen match days. It also made an impression in the Champions League by qualifying for the eighth finals in a group with Arsenal, Lens and Sevilla. Johan Bakayoko and Yorbe Vertessen impressed.
The latter played a major role in qualifying for the champions’ ball. After all, he was decisive in the last two matches: at Seville he guided PSV to a 2-3 win with two assists and with a goal he gave his team a 1-1 draw against Arsenal.
PSV receives offers of 5 million for Vertessen
These may have been his last achievements in Eindhoven, because in recent days it became clear that Vertessen is aiming for a departure. He has only been a substitute for PSV in recent months and because Noa Lang and Hirving Lozano are fit again after injuries, his playing opportunities are drastically shrinking again.
A transfer seems to be gradually gaining momentum, because PSV watcher Rik Elfrink knows that both Toulouse and Union Berlin are willing to put 5 million euros on the table for the arrival of Vertessen. That amount would include bonuses. Vertessen himself would also like a transfer to one of those two clubs.
Replacement already in the picture
However, PSV still has to give its consent for a transfer and that has not yet happened. But it seems that they are preparing for a departure in Eindhoven. The search for a replacement for Vertessen appears to have already started.
Sky Sports reports that the Dutch leader has already inquired with Manchester United about the availability of Facundo Pellistri. The 22-year-old Uruguayan barely plays at Old Trafford and still has a year and a half left on his contract, although United do have the option to add another year.
Both Union Berlin and Toulouse want to pay around 5 million euros (total feasible package) for Vertessen, according to a generally good source. PSV has not yet said yes. The Belgian himself would like to move. More clarity is expected soon. To be continued.
— Rik Elfrink (@RikElfrink) January 10, 2024
2024-01-10 12:04:00
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