Major Luuk de jong transfer clue amid Rangers links
The former Newcastle and Barcelona forward did not travel with the rest of his teammates as Peter Bosz's squad headed for their pre-season training camp in Germany.
And the striker's departure from PSV appears to have been all but sealed with his No.9 shirt being taken off him.
Instead, it has been assigned to fellow frontman Ricardo Pepi.
"It's a privilege," the American told ESPN. "Many legends have worn this number at PSV. I'm taking on the challenge of writing my own history.
"There should always be competition. It keeps you sharp and that makes you a better player.
"I don't want to bother him [De Jong] at the moment, because I know he's figuring out what career path he wants to take.
"I'm sure the club has discussed it with him. I trust he'll make the best choice for himself. We've always had good conversations. We have a good relationship."
Rangers have been linked with the experienced forward as Russell Martin continues to shape his squad ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Jamie Vardy had also been a player heavily touted with a move to Ibrox, however, cold water appears to be have poured over that suggestion.
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