PSV Eindhoven considers Belgian youngster as Sergiño Dest replacement

PSV Eindhoven has made initial contact with OH Leuven over right-back Davis Opoku. The 18-year-old Belgian youngster is a potential replacement for Sergiño Dest, who is still under contract with PSV Eindhoven until mid-2028. Dest has a reported release clause of €23 million.

Why is PSV Eindhoven interested in Davis Opoku?

PSV Eindhoven is interested in Davis Opoku because he has shown a strong performance at OH Leuven. He has played 30 official matches and registered five assists. Opoku has also been picked up by Feyenoord, who see him as a replacement for Givairo Read.

What happens next?

PSV Eindhoven will now wait and see what happens with Sergiño Dest. If Dest leaves, PSV Eindhoven will seriously consider signing Davis Opoku. Opoku is however still under contract with OH Leuven and will first need to be released.

Current situation

PSV Eindhoven is currently 10th in the Eredivisie with 1 point, 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses. They have scored 2 goals and conceded 2 goals. They are 2 points behind the leaders Excelsior. Their next match is against Willem II on January 31, 2027.

Sidelined players

Jerdy Schouten is currently sidelined due to an injury.