Dortmund chase Veerman As PSV eye Ajax‑target Ceballos

On Wednesday afternoon, SoccerNews revealed that Borussia Dortmund have expressed interest in PSV midfielder Joey Veerman, sparking speculation about a possible summer move. While PSV have already added Kodai Sano to their midfield this summer, the club may soon send Earnes Stewart back onto the market to find a Veerman’ successor.

Bundesliga interest intensifies

SoccerNews reported that Borussia Dortmund are monitoring Joey Veerman closely, indicating the Dutch midfielder could be on the brink of a transfer. The report places Dortmund’s scouting efforts squarely on the PSV roster, underscoring the growing demand for Veerman’s creative abilities.

PSV’s recent activity includes the acquisition of Kodai Sano, who bolsters the midfield alongside existing options. At the same time, the club’s sporting director has hinted that Earnes Stewart may be released to the market, potentially to free up space for a Veerman replacement.

Potential successor: former Ajax‑target Ceballos

The SN Betrouwbaarheidsmeter suggests that PSV could turn to former Ajax‑target Dani Ceballos of Real Madrid as a direct replacement for Veerman. In Amsterdam, Julian Brandt was deployed as an ‘8’, but Ceballos remains a viable candidate to steer PSV back toward the Eredivisie spotlight.

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FootballTransfers noted that the playing style of Ceballos closely mirrors Veerman’s, making him a suitable fit. The medium quoted: “De Spanjaard is deze zomer transfervrij geworden na zijn vertrek bij Real Madrid. Daar zit direct zijn grootste aantrekkingskracht. PSV hoeft geen transfersom neer te leggen voor een speler die jarenlang bij Real Madrid speelde en ook ervaring heeft bij Arsenal.”

Wel, Ceballos earned five million euros during his stint in Madrid, and his profile has attracted interest from Real Betis as well. This financial backdrop adds a layer of complexity to any potential PSV move.

FootballTransfers also highlighted Pierre‑Emil Hojbjerg as an alternative option. The Danish midfielder, currently at Olympique Marseille, may better suit PSV’s immediate needs. The report quoted: “Hij lijkt misschien nog wel beter te passen bij wat PSV op dit moment nodig heeft.” Hojbjerg, 31, brings Premier League experience and a contract at Marseille that runs until mid‑2028.