‘He Was a Bit Timid’: Ruud Gullit Reveals What PSV Star Sven Mijnans Must Improve

Sven Mijnans' impressive hat-trick against Sparta Rotterdam has provided a significant boost to PSV following a challenging start at the club. However, former player Ruud Gullit believes the 25-year-old midfielder still needs to find an extra spark as he adapts to life at a higher level. Mijnans was given a starting role by new PSV manager Peter Bosz last Sunday and played as a striker, helping PSV recover from an early deficit to defeat Sparta 4-1.

The young Dutchman's performance, which saw him score all three goals in different ways, has helped return PSV to the top of the Eredivisie.

Mijnans, who joined PSV from AZ last summer for around €13 million, becoming the club's first signing of the summer, has had a somewhat difficult transition. Gullit, speaking on Rondo on Ziggo Sport, recalled Mijnans' earlier appearance, noting that the midfielder appeared timid when first joining a bigger club. "When Mijnans came on the last time, I found him a bit timid," Gullit said. "It is also adapting to a higher level. I hope he gets the spark now."

Mijnans' emergence in the attacking lineup provides Peter Bosz with another option and increases competition for places. However, Gullit emphasized that Mijnans' development at PSV is still ongoing.