PSV Eindhoven HubPSV Eindhoven almost signed Cristiano Ronaldo in 2001. Then-scout Stan Valckx had discovered him during a youth tournament in France.
How did PSV Eindhoven discover Cristiano Ronaldo?
Stan Valckx, the then-scout of PSV Eindhoven, had discovered Ronaldo during a youth tournament in France. He was immediately impressed by the young player.
What happened next?
Valckx had a phone conversation with Ronaldo and asked him about his plans. Ronaldo knew PSV Eindhoven and thought it was a nice club. Valckx made progress and got Ronaldo's mobile number.
Why did Ronaldo ultimately choose Manchester United?
Ronaldo ultimately chose Manchester United because of the higher salary and the better reputation of the Premier League. PSV Eindhoven felt cheated and was disappointed that they didn't get Ronaldo.
Currently, PSV Eindhoven is 1st in the Eredivisie with 84 points and a lead of 19 points over Feyenoord. The last match was a 5-1 win over Twente on May 17, 2026. The last 5 matches were 4 wins and 1 draw.
| Competitie | Punten |
|---|---|
| Eredivisie | 84 |
| Voorsprong op Feyenoord | 19 punten |
| Doelpunten voor | 101 |
| Doelpunten tegen | 45 |
| Doelsaldo | +56 |
| Laatste 5 wedstrijden | 4W-1D-0L |
| Recentste overwinning | 5-1 tegen Twente op 17 mei 2026 |
