Antonio Conte-managed Napoli want to sign a new right-back in January and, in a shocking turn of events, it is understood that Brentford full-back Michael Kayode is on their shortlist as the manager searches for depth behind Giovanni Di Lorenzo.
Former national team star Alexi Lalas cast doubt on Ricardo Pepi’s chances of making the 2026 World Cup roster after the striker’s knee injury with PSV, noting that USMNT roster spots will only be more competitive - leaving injured players especially at risk of losing out as the tournament gets closer to kicking off.
Former USMNT star Landon Donovan is questioning the reliability of forward Ricardo Pepi and attacking midfielder Gao Reyna following their recent injury setbacks. The USMNT's all-time joint leading goalscorer suggested that availability issues could threaten both player’s roles in the national team under coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Herculez Gomez, a former USMNT star, warns that Ricardo Pepi's fitness and recovery from knee surgery could seal his spot as the starting striker for the 2026 World Cup with PSV Eindhoven
With Bayer Leverkusen facing Borussia Monchengladbach this weekend, USMNT rivals Malik Tillman and Gio Reyna will clash, igniting debates on the No. 10 role. Tony Meola, a devoted Gio backer, concedes Tillman's surging form edges him ahead for the future
Former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas is optimistic about the national team's striker situation following Ricardo Pepi's return from injury for PSV. Though Folarin Balogun established himself with a strong showing earlier this month, Lalas said Pepi's return to fitness and form provides crucial competition for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.
Ex-USMNT legend Alexi Lalas is excited about the national team's potent striker partnership, with Ricardo Pepi roaring back from injury at PSV. While Folarin Balogun impressed early this month, Lalas notes Pepi's resurgence adds fierce competition to Mauricio Pochettino's squad
Memphis Depay boldly fires back at Brazilian media and critics for spreading 'lies' amid his heated Corinthians payment clash. The ex-Man Utd and Barcelona star unleashed a fiery social media rant, proclaiming he's guarded by a higher power and that karma will catch his foes
U.S. star Ricardo Pepi sparked excitement with his first two Eredivisie goals of the season, propelling PSV Eindhoven to a thrilling 5-3 triumph over NEC Nijmegen. The 22-year-old sharpshooter opened the scoring in the 12th minute and struck again in the 49th minute
