Girona FC continues talks with PSV Eindhoven over midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who returned after his World Cup appearance. The Catalan club keeps Ounahi’s option, whose contract includes a 25-million-euro release clause. According to Mundo Deportivo, PSV has made an offer below that amount, indicating the bid has not yet been accepted.
The club, relegated to the Segunda División last season, wants to safeguard the player’s value before the transfer window opens. Ounahi, who was key in the World Cup campaign, returns to Montilivi hoping to strengthen the midfield. Negotiations remain ongoing and no definitive agreement has been reached.
How does the offer affect Girona’s strategy?
Girona finished 12th in La Liga with 38 points after 31 matches (9 wins, 11 draws, 11 losses). The club is 41 points behind league leaders Barcelona. It has scored 33 goals and conceded 45, a goal difference of –12, with a recent form of DWLWD.
The club must decide whether to accept PSV’s offer or wait for other suitors such as Ajax, Hull City, Ipswich Town, Al-Ittihad or La Liga clubs. The 25-million clause suggests Girona values Ounahi as one of its key assets. The decision will directly impact the summer budget and the ability to sign new players.
What role will Ounahi play next season?
Ounahi, who returned after the World Cup, is a central midfielder. His international experience and performance last season make him an attractive target for European clubs. PSV, which already played a Champions League match in 2024/25 at Eindhoven, sees Ounahi’s European experience as valuable.
Girona also has interest from Ajax and Hull City. Keeping Ounahi’s option indicates the club values his on-field contribution and market potential. The next phase of negotiations will decide whether he stays at Montilivi or moves to the Netherlands.
What comes next for Girona and PSV?
Negotiations between Girona and PSV continue without a final deal. The Catalan club, with Portu and Viktor Tsygankov currently injured, aims to protect Ounahi’s value before the transfer window opens. If PSV’s offer remains below the 25-million clause, Girona might opt for a partial sale or wait for more competitive bids.
For fans, the next negotiation phase will be crucial. Follow the developments on the fixtures page and check stats on the stats section. The final decision will affect both the summer budget and Girona’s transfer strategy for the upcoming season.
