Doubts about PSV’s interest and the millions that need to be invested | “Are they short of what PSV needs?”

The match PSV - FC Twente showed that both potential PSV-1 players still need to take the necessary steps. Nevertheless, it is frequently about Mats Rots and Ruud Nijstad. Especially in relation to a future at PSV.

The two Twente defenders were the subject of discussion in regional media last week. Analyst Bert van Losser wonders whether Rots and Nijstad are already good enough to come into view for PSV 1. 'Are they falling short for PSV?', it sounds. Bert Konterman, a former top player, analyzes the play of both against PSV.

'Three goals, not all of them are scored by Rots and Nijstad, but when you look at it—shots from distance, crosses, how far they’re still being defended from the direct opponent... I would say that’s just how it is in the Netherlands. Inside the six-yard box, the defending is dramatic", says Konterman in De Oosttribune.

"I think, especially in one-on-one duels, those boys really still need to take steps forward. Especially Rots", Konterman analyzes. "That should happen at FC Twente. You just need to get started on that." Former coach and player Jan van Staa also responds in turn with the idea that both specialist coaches should be assigned. "What I advocate: you should hire specialists. You should train that kind of player. Those boys need to work on that. That is where the biggest gain lies."

Van Staa continues his analysis: "Look at Nijstad. You can now see such a goal", he points to a PSV goal in the last matchday. "Weghorst, he also had a moment like that, where he was too far away from the man. He has to say: You don't head it, I head it. Or the other way around. You can't go into the duel like that. He has to learn that he always has to feel his man."

Journalist and criticaster Tijmen van Wissing points to Jaap Stam, a top player of days gone by. "I can still remember that Jaap Stam had that role at PEC. It was really interesting to follow those trainings. How he would just shout... Those little habits..." Van Staa then slides Konterman forward. "You shouldn't throw that knowledge overboard. Konterman also worked there when I was there, that doesn't matter at all. I know how he defends. He knows the English league, he knows what's being asked. Those guys will benefit from that. And also the club."