Sam Lammers completes transfer to PSV Eindhoven

Striker Sam Lammers has completed his transfer from FC Twente to PSV Eindhoven, signing a contract through 2028. The 29-year-old, a former product of the PSV youth academy, described the move as a ‘no-brainer’ after a six-year period playing for various European clubs.

The transfer was finalized following a successful medical examination on August 31 and negotiations that resulted in a fee of approximately 2 million euros, a reduction from FC Twente’s initial 3.5 million euro asking price. Lammers joins the Eindhoven-based squad to bolster attacking depth following an injury to Alassané Plea. He is PSV’s second signing on transfer deadline day, following the presentation of 21-year-old Ayoni Santos.

Following the sale, FC Twente technical director Erik ten Hag expressed satisfaction, noting the club requires a different type of striker to improve goal-scoring output. Lammers recorded thirteen goals in forty-seven league appearances for Twente. The club will now rely on Wout Weghorst and Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink for the striker position.

Subsequent reports indicate that Lammers’ move was prompted by reduced playing time at Twente. The transfer has also drawn criticism from pundits regarding the management of Lammers’ situation by FC Twente prior to his departure.