United States men’s national team forward Ricardo Pepi is closing in on a move from Dutch club PSV Eindhoven to Premier League side Fulham, according to sources who spoke to ESPN. While final details have yet to be confirmed publicly, the discussions are advanced enough that a transfer is described as close to being agreed. No financial terms, contract length, or specific structure of the deal have been disclosed at this time.
Pepi, a regular member of the U.S. national team pool, joined PSV after earlier stints in Europe following his breakthrough in Major League Soccer. At PSV, he has worked to establish himself in a competitive attacking group, and a transfer to Fulham would represent the next step in his club career. The move would place him in the English Premier League, widely regarded as one of the most demanding domestic competitions in world football.
For Fulham, the pursuit of Pepi signals continued interest in adding depth and versatility to the forward line. The club has been active in monitoring emerging and mid-career attacking players from across Europe, and bringing in a United States international would add another profile to their options in the final third. Fulham’s coaching staff and recruitment department are expected to view Pepi as a player with potential to grow while contributing immediately in multiple attacking roles.
From Pepi’s perspective, a transfer to Fulham would offer the chance to test himself against Premier League defenses on a weekly basis, an important consideration for a player looking to cement his role with the U.S. national team heading into upcoming international windows and future major tournaments. Regular minutes and strong performances in England could strengthen his case for continued inclusion and responsibility with the national side.
As of now, neither PSV, Fulham, nor Pepi’s representatives have publicly confirmed the move or provided an official timeline for completion. Medicals, personal terms, and final agreement between clubs are typical remaining steps in a transfer at this stage. Until those are finalized and announced, Pepi remains a PSV player. However, the indication from those close to the negotiations is that both clubs are working toward an agreement that would see the American forward continue his career in London with Fulham.
