USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi has signed a contract extension to keep him at PSV through 2030. The 22-year-old, who was the subject of a transfer offer from the Premier League’s West Ham United last week, signed after sustaining a knee injury that could keep him sidelined for a lengthy period.

PSV boss Peter Bosz has given an update on USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi's injury status with the young Texan star facing a lengthy stint out of action due to a knee issue

EINDHOVEN, Netherlands — PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi will be out of action for “a long time,” coach Peter Bosz said Friday after the United States international sustained a knee injury in a midweek win over Liverpool in the Champions League.

Shortly after PSV Eindhoven turned down a $26 million transfer offer from West Ham, Pepi scored a winner against Liverpool, then injured his knee.

The Texan has been prolific this season in Eindhoven, even when largely used off the bench - and suitors have taken note of Pepi’s progress

USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi is set to start his first Champions League game of the season on Wednesday when PSV host Liverpool

Two days after scoring the eventual game-winning goal in PSV’s Champions League match against Liverpool, the club revealed Ricardo Pepi suffered a knee injury in the match. PSV did not disclose any specifics about Pepi’s knee injury and how long he would be out for.