Ismaël Saibari appears increasingly likely to leave PSV Eindhoven this summer, with Spanish side Villarreal and Italy’s Atalanta reportedly positioning themselves for a move amid tensions between the Moroccan midfielder and his current club.
Sources close to Saibari have indicated that PSV may be willing to part ways with the 23-year-old following concerns over his professionalism.
Manager Peter Bosz has publicly voiced frustration with the player’s discipline, citing repeated lateness to training sessions.
While the club remains tight-lipped about formal transfer plans, interest from top European clubs has intensified.
Saibari, who has enjoyed a standout campaign both domestically and internationally, has become one of the most sought-after African midfielders on the continent.
His record this season includes 13 goals and 14 assists in 41 matches across all competitions—a performance that has not gone unnoticed.
PSV are reportedly seeking €24 million for his services, a figure that some clubs, including Leicester City, have deemed too steep.
As a result, talks with the English side have cooled significantly.
However, both Villarreal and Atalanta remain firmly in the hunt.
Each club is looking to reinforce their midfield with a versatile and creative talent, and Saibari’s blend of technical flair and attacking output fits the bill.
Villarreal, in particular, are eager to rejuvenate their squad ahead of the next La Liga campaign, while Atalanta continue to build on their reputation for developing dynamic, high-intensity players suited to Gian Piero Gasperini’s system.
Despite PSV’s valuation of €24 million, Transfermarkt lists Saibari’s current market value at €20 million.
He is under contract until 2029 and earns an annual salary of €1,020,000.
The club may be tempted to negotiate if interest solidifies into formal offers—especially given their need to balance the books and avoid further tension in the dressing room.
Saibari’s rise to prominence has not only boosted his transfer value but also secured his place as one of the Eredivisie’s standout African stars.
His potential exit is likely to be one of the talking points of the upcoming transfer window, especially as PSV weigh up the costs of keeping a talented but reportedly troublesome figure in the squad.
With the summer window fast approaching, the next move for Ismaël Saibari could reshape both his career and the ambitions of whichever club wins the race for his signature.
