Veerman wants out, Italy or Spain the dream
Joey Veerman has made it clear he wants a move. The 28-year-old midfielder told two Dutch outlets on Friday that Italy or Spain is his "ideal picture" (1) (2). He also expressed frustration that the right offer never came. "Apparently they no longer think it's important that a midfielder also scores goals and gives assists," Veerman said (5). He acknowledged clubs may see him as "a difficult guy" (1). Veerman added he is not in prison at PSV, but the ambition is plain: he wants to experience a top league abroad before it is too late (1) (2).
Bosz warns: Ajax are coming
Peter Bosz is not mincing words ahead of the new season. The PSV boss said Ajax "will make it a lot harder for us" in the Eredivisie title race (3). He pointed to Ajax's heavy spending and made his own expectations clear: "We must also become champions" (7). The message is simple. Three titles in a row is not enough. A fourth is the target, and Bosz says there are no excuses once the ball starts rolling (9).
Boadu won't stay, Pepi and Pléa the forward plan
Myron Boadu has been training with PSV to keep fit, but sporting director Earnie Stewart confirmed a longer stay is not in the plans (6). Ricardo Pepi and Alassane Pléa remain the senior striker options going into the season. Boadu, a free agent, was simply helping the club and himself in pre-season, a temporary fix Bosz acknowledged benefited both parties (6).
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Dennis Man: I'm not leaving
Dennis Man has shut down any talk of a summer exit. "I know nothing about a transfer and I don't think that is the plan," the forward said (4). The Romanian is a key attacking piece for Bosz and his statement ends any lingering doubt, at least for now.
Brent Jonkers signs three-year deal
PSV have secured young midfielder Brent Jonkers on a contract until mid-2029 (8). The club called him a boy with "enormous potential" and Jonkers was straightforward: "I'm really happy" (8).
Hugo Bueno offered, Spanish move also in play
Wolves left-back Hugo Bueno has been offered to PSV this summer, though a move to La Liga side Celta de Vigo is also on the table (12). No decision yet. The 23-year-old Spaniard fits the profile PSV have looked at before, but nothing is close.
Bosz defends the academy record
Peter Bosz has pushed back against the idea that PSV neglects its academy. "Most of the players came from us," he said, rejecting what he called a misconception (10). The comment lands as PSV integrate more homegrown talent into the first-team setup during pre-season.
Fan-reaktioner
The mood among PSV fans is split between pre-season optimism and the Veerman situation. Bosz's demand for a winning mentality has landed well on Reddit, where supporters see a focused, relaxed coach setting the tone early. Elsewhere, a fan giving away Villarreal friendly tickets due to a medical emergency drew a warm response from the community, a reminder of the human side of matchday.
