Fulham will reportedly look to sign 23-year-old USMNT international Ricardo Pepi from PSV Eindhoven in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Ricardo Pepi remains the subject of interest from Fulham. The Cottagers are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window. So, the 23-year-old PSV Eindhoven centre-forward remains a target for the West London outfit.
Fulham came close to signing the American striker from PSV on the deadline day of the winter transfer window before the deal collapsed in the final hours. However, the Cottagers have revived talks to secure Pepi’s services, and they are confident of landing their top striker target this summer.
How has Ricardo Pepi fared at PSV Eindhoven?
Ricardo Pepi has established himself as one of the most reliable attackers in the Eredivisie since joining PSV Eindhoven from FC Augsburg in July 2023. The 23-year-old has made considerable progress in the last two and a half years, with his exploits also helping him become a regular for the USMNT.
The USMNT international has been solid thus far in the 2025/26 season, scoring 11 goals and providing two assists in 22 appearances across all competitions. Meanwhile, Pepi’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Fulham will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.
London calling?
Ricardo Pepi has been on Fulham’s wishlist for a long time. The continued interest has been understandable, as the Cottagers have been combing the market for a striker heading into the winter transfer window. Raul Jimenez is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the twilight of his career. Additionally, Rodrigo Muniz has struggled with fitness issues in the 2025/26 season.
So, Fulham entered the winter transfer window wanting to sign a striker, with Pepi emerging as a viable target. Recent reports have revealed that the West London club failed with a bid to sign the American striker from PSV Eindhoven. However, Fulham recently came close to securing Pepi’s services by striking an agreement on a package worth €37 million.
The Eredivisie champions do not want to part ways with Pepi, as they have failed to secure a replacement for the former FC Augsburg striker in time. So, while Fulham may have thought they finally landed the 23-year-old USMNT international in a deal worth €37 million, they must pursue an alternative in the coming hours.
