FC Barcelona fans, hold on tight! The Catalans are reportedly eyeing PSV Eindhoven star Jerdy Schouten to bolster their midfield.
But how much will it cost to bring him to the Camp Nou? And is he the player who will solve FC Barcelona’s midfield puzzle?
Price Revealed for Schouten: A Bargain or a Windfall?
PSV have reportedly set a price tag of €35m ($38m/£29m) for Schouten, who has impressed with his performances since joining the Dutch side in 2023.
Schouten, 27, had a breakout season last year and even represented the Netherlands at Euro 2024. Now, with Barcelona circling, it looks like the Dutchman could be on the move again.
Journalist Matteo Moretto (via Football Spain) revealed that Barcelona are keeping a close eye on Schouten, but they are not the only ones. Premier League clubs are also interested, meaning there is a potential transfer battle for the midfielder’s signature. “He is a player that a lot of clubs like, and it is common to see scouts monitoring him at the weekend,” Moretto said.
Schouten has made a strong start to the 2024-25 season, having already made six appearances and scored one goal. His solid presence in PSV’s midfield has caught the attention of some of Europe’s biggest clubs, but will Barcelona be able to sign him ahead of the Premier League?
A midfield makeover at Barcelona?
The need for reinforcements in FC Barcelona’s midfield is evident and fans are hoping that Schouten could be the missing piece. With the club’s financial problems improving, next year could be the perfect time to make a transfer.
However, PSV may be reluctant to part ways with any of their key players, especially mid-season, making a January deal difficult.
Schouten is currently preparing for PSV’s next Eredivisie game against Fortuna Sittard, but Barcelona fans are wondering whether he will soon be wearing the famous Blaugrana colours.