THE PSV Eindhoven formalized, this Wednesday, the departure ofIsmael Saibari towards the Bayern Munich. The Moroccan international midfielder leaves the Dutch club after several seasons spent in Eindhoven to take on a new challenge in the Bundesliga. In its press release, PSV emphasizes that this transaction constitutes a record transfer for the club. Although no amount has been communicated, several specialized media estimate the operation at around 55 million euros.
Reacting to his departure, Ismael Saibari expressed his emotion, shared between the excitement of joining Bayern Munich and the difficulty of leaving PSV: “it’s an emotional departure. Bayern Munich is an exceptional club and I am very happy to continue my career there. At the same time, I will miss a lot of people at PSV a lot. Over the years, Eindhoven has become my home. I experienced unforgettable moments there and benefited from extraordinary opportunities. This club allowed me to become the man and the footballer I am today. I would like to warmly thank everyone who accompanied me, from the staff to the supporters, for their unfailing support. Even if I go away, you will definitely see me again. »
The director of football operations of PSV, Earnest Stewartpraised the career of the Moroccan midfielder and the example he represents for the young players of the club. “Ismael is a wonderful example of what talent, character and work can produce. We’ve watched him grow from a promising young player to a fixture at the highest level. His contribution to our success has been considerable, as has his development on a human level. It is never easy to say goodbye to a player who has become so important for PSV, but this transfer is fully in line with his ambitions and the journey we have built together. We are proud of Ismael and the fact that PSV is once again sending a player to one of the best clubs in the world. We wish him every success for this new stage of his career,” he underlined.
