According to VoetbalPrimeur, PSV analyst Wim Kieft has expressed concerns about Ricardo Pepi's recent form. Kieft believes Pepi has struggled to make an impact, particularly in the first half of matches. It is reported that Pepi has not played much on the World Cup, which may be a contributing factor to his current struggles. Kieft also noted that Pepi's sharpness in front of goal has decreased. Pepi has been unable to replicate his previous form, which was evident when he played as a stand-in for Luuk de Jong. His lack of involvement in matches has been noticeable, with Kieft stating that Pepi has not been meeting expectations.