Key Takeaways:
- Reports indicate Ricardo Pepi has reached a verbal agreement to join Fulham this summer
- The American forward has contributed 13 goals and 3 assists for PSV in 27 appearances this season despite injury setbacks
- Fulham are preparing to finalise a deal worth up to €36 million, with Pepi expected to undergo a medical this week
Transfer Agreement Details
Fulham have reportedly completed a full verbal agreement to acquire Ricardo Pepi from PSV Eindhoven during the upcoming summer transfer window. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that the Premier League club and the American striker agreed on a move potentially valued at up to €36 million. Personal terms had already been finalised, with Fulham previously pursuing Pepi in the January transfer window, though PSV rejected multiple offers at that time.
🚨BREAKING Fulham reach verbal agreement to sign Ricardo Pepi from PSV ⚪️⚫️🇺🇸 #FFC
Deal in place for €36m package ahead of the summer, medical tests could follow already this week in London.
Pepi already agreed to the move for next season as called by —@FabrizioRomano pic.twitter.com/UByz9H0Wjo
— Topskills Sports UK (@topskillsportuk) March 17, 2026
Pepi’s Performance and Injury Record
Despite experiencing injuries during the current campaign and playing with his right arm in a cast after a fracture earlier in the season, Pepi has played a key role for PSV. The 23-year-old has scored 13 goals and provided 3 assists in 27 matches across all competitions for PSV this season. Since joining the Dutch club from FC Augsburg in 2023 for a fee of €11 million, Pepi has notched 39 goals and 9 assists in 82 appearances in all competitions, although injuries have intermittently curtailed his involvement.
Background and Contract Information
Pepi moved to PSV following an impressive spell at FC Groningen, where he scored 12 goals in 29 matches during the previous Eredivisie season. He is currently under contract with PSV until June 2030 and is expected to travel to London for his medical assessment with Fulham as early as this week. The Dutch club, PSV, are currently leading the Eredivisie by 16 points and are set to clinch their 27th league title potentially as soon as this weekend.
| Player | Age | Current Club | 2025/26 Goals | 2025/26 Assists | All-Time for PSV | Contract Until | Reported Transfer Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricardo Pepi | 23 | PSV Eindhoven | 13 | 3 | 39 goals, 9 assists (82 matches) | June 2030 | Up to €36 million |
