Looks like veteran Ivan Perišić is not ready to quit! At 36 years old, when many players are thinking about retirement, he is signing a two-year contract extension with PSV today — the Dutch club he helped lead to the Eredivisie title last season. Yes, you read that right — 36 and still at the top of his game!
Perišić was a key player in PSV’s dominance, scoring 16 goals and providing 11 assists in 35 matches. His hat-trick against Fortuna Sittard made him the oldest player in PSV history to score three goals in a single league match.
But wait, there’s more! His stellar performances have caught the eye of big clubs, and rumors about a move to Barcelona are buzzing. Why Barcelona? The new coach, Hansi Flick, knows Perišić from their Bayern days and clearly trusts him. Flick wants to boost competition in the squad, and Perišić’s experience and character could be the perfect balance for Barcelona’s young team.
Sure, skeptics point to his age — 36 is no joke in football — but Perišić has proven age is just a number. He’d likely be a super-sub at Barcelona, but what a sub!
So, what do you think? Is Perišić still in the game for big things, or is it time to hang up the boots? Drop a comment, crack a joke, or just enjoy this incredible football journey!
