Bologna was interested in signing 21-year-old Dutch winger Van Bommel, but the negotiations took too long. During this time, PSV made a move and completed the deal after selling Lang to Napoli. The delay in Bologna's negotiations allowed PSV to step in decisively. With the funds from Lang's transfer to Napoli, PSV swiftly finalized the deal with Van Bommel, leaving Bologna unable to secure the player. Lazio had also been linked with the player, whose market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €8.00m.