PSV Eindhoven has suffered a major blow with the departure of Joey Veerman to Borussia Dortmund. The 27-year-old midfielder, who provided 14 assists and scored 8 goals in 30 Eredivisie matches last season, has signed a contract with the German club until 2031. Dortmund is paying a transfer fee between €22 and €25 million for the 14-time Netherlands international.
What does this mean for PSV Eindhoven?
The loss of Veerman is a significant setback for PSV, who have won three consecutive Eredivisie titles thanks in part to his contributions. With 31 goals and 67 assists in 198 competitive appearances, he was a key player in midfield. The team is currently sixth in the league with 4 points from 2 matches (WD form) and 2 points behind leaders AZ Alkmaar.
How did Veerman himself react?
Veerman told ESPN that a move to Dortmund would be a great option for him. He even joked that the club needed to hurry, as the release clause was set to expire on August 21. 'If it comes to that, it would be a great opportunity for me. I’ve been waiting for this for years,' he said.
What’s next for PSV?
PSV now needs to find a replacement for Veerman. The club plays at home against Twente (11th in the league) on Sunday and will need to compensate for the loss of their midfielder. With a goal difference of +1 (4 goals scored, 3 conceded), the pressure on new signings will increase.
