USMNT
Pepi prepares for Premier League bidding war
Sources have revealed to AS that several English clubs have reached out to PSV about the American forward.
Ricardo Pepi’s future could take a dramatic turn this winter. According to AS, PSV sources expect an offer from the Premier League for Pepi in the upcoming transfer window.
The goal from England is to secure his signing as soon as possible before a bidding war starts. PSV has stated that “he’s not for sale, but it all depends on the market’s developments.” The Dutch club is looking for around $16 million for his transfer.
The buzz around the American forward isn’t dying down. As previously reported, many teams have shown interest in the striker’s situation. Pepi is expected to be one of the key names to watch in the next transfer window, regardless of what happens.
Making His Mark with the U.S.
Although he has a significant presence in the locker room, Peter Bosz has yet to give him a consistent starting role, favoring De Jong, who is in the twilight of his Eredivisie career. The club believes Pepi is the future, but without playing time, he won’t be able to reach his full potential.
Ricardo Pepi’s rise continues. Folarin Balogun’s injury opened the door for Pepi to start with the U.S. Men’s National Team. Pochettino gave him the chance, and he delivered. He leaves the international break with two goals, including a crucial one—the game-winner against Jamaica. With minutes and confidence, Pepi is unstoppable; he has scored eight goals in his last 475 minutes, averaging a goal every 59 minutes.
“It’s been a long year and a half of patience on the bench. Waiting to play 10 or 15 minutes each weekend… it became frustrating for a long time. I learned that I need to be patient with the process. I think I’m at a point in my career where I’m ready to start getting more playing time. I think I’ve started to show that. I feel ready to be a starter and need to keep the same mindset,” the forward said during the break.
Pepi returns to Eindhoven, aiming to shed the “super-sub” label. His goal is to compete head-to-head with Luuk de Jong for a starting spot. Individually, the season couldn’t be going better for the former Augsburg player. He’s the team’s second-highest scorer with six goals—only behind the Dutchman—but in half the minutes. Pepi wants to be important; he wants to be a starter.
Original article written by Eduardo Burgos, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Joe Brennan.