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PSV Confirms Ricardo Pepi's Broken Forearm, Surgery Set With Two-Month Layoff

The timeline makes him unlikely to feature in the USMNT’s March friendlies.

Overview

  • Pepi, 23, was hurt after an awkward landing while scoring PSV’s second goal in a 5-1 win over Excelsior.
  • PSV said hospital examinations confirmed a forearm fracture and scheduled surgery for Sunday.
  • The club projects roughly two months out, putting his availability for Belgium on March 28 and Portugal on March 31 in serious doubt.
  • The striker had scored in five straight Eredivisie matches, a surge that followed his recovery from a knee injury last January.
  • Manager Peter Bosz voiced disappointment, noting Pepi had regained confidence and form heading into the second half of the season.