PSV manager Roger Schmidt has again discussed the future of rumoured Everton target Denzel Dumfries and admitted he does not expect him to return for pre-season training.
The defender has long been linked with a potential switch to Goodison Park and he has been brought up in conversations as the club look for a long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman.
The 25-year-old caught the eye with a number of impressive performances for the Netherlands in Euro 2020 before their exit to the Czech Republic in the round of 16.
Over recent days, Inter Milan have also rumoured to be interested in a potential move for the right back, with PSV's manager expecting both him and Liverpool-linked Donyel Malen to leave the club in the summer.
Schmidt told Dutch daily the Algemeen Dagblad [via InsideFutbol ]: “I no longer expect them to return to [our training ground] De Herdgang.
“It was already clear after last season that they wanted to take a step abroad.
“I still expect that. If there is no transfer, we will look at it again.
"It will be a challenge in terms of fitness. That goes for Dumfries and Malen, but also for Cody Gakpo. They will only join later and will now have to stay fit individually.
"It would of course be good for us if they are there, then we have more options."
Despite conversations at Everton taking place surrounding Dumfries, it's not yet clear where he lies on the club's shortlist of right backs this summer.
