PSV have suffered a significant setback with summer signing Sami Ouaissa, who will be sidelined for the coming months after sustaining a serious injury, the club have confirmed.

The forward had been edging closer to making his first-team debut after joining PSV from NEC early last month. However, his progress has now been halted, with the latest setback potentially delaying his debut until 2027.

Ouaissa had been scheduled to feature for Jong PSV in England this week in a Premier League International Cup fixture. He was forced to miss the match after experiencing considerable discomfort, with the club deciding that it would be unwise for him to play.

Further information about the injury has not been disclosed. PSV have kept the nature of the problem private, citing medical confidentiality, but confirmed that the 22-year-old will be unavailable for an extended period.

The news represents a frustrating turn of events for Ouaissa, who had appeared to be making progress towards full fitness.

The winger played one half for Jong PSV against FC Dordrecht last week, bringing him closer to a potential first-team opportunity at the Philips Stadion. His planned appearance in England was expected to provide another step towards regaining match fitness.

Instead, the renewed discomfort has led to a more serious diagnosis and a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

PSV paid €9 million to sign Ouaissa from NEC, knowing that he was carrying an injury when he arrived. The club had hoped to oversee his recovery and integrate him into Peter Bosz’s squad, but his latest setback has delayed those plans.

With no confirmed return date, PSV will have to wait several months before assessing when he can resume training and work towards his senior debut.

Ouaissa is not the only recent arrival whose start at PSV has been disrupted by fitness concerns. Sam Lammers, who joined from FC Twente for €2 million, has also yet to make an appearance for the first team.

As reported by Rik Elfrink of Eindhovens Dagblad, Lammers has been unavailable in recent weeks, although the precise nature of his situation remains unclear. He has not felt sufficiently comfortable to return to action, with his last competitive appearance coming for FC Twente in August.

The simultaneous absence of the two summer recruits presents an additional challenge for Bosz as he manages his squad during the season.

While Ouaissa’s injury is now expected to keep him out for months, there remains uncertainty over when Lammers will be ready to contribute.

Ouaissa’s arrival was intended to strengthen PSV’s attacking options, but the club must now plan without him for a considerable period.

The immediate priority will be supporting the forward through his recovery before determining when he can return to training. Any first-team debut is likely to depend on his rehabilitation and ability to regain full fitness.

For Ouaissa, who had been approaching an important milestone in his PSV career, the injury is a major disappointment. For the Dutch champions, it is another setback involving a late summer signing, with the club now facing an extended wait to see their €9 million investment in action.