Jürgen Locadia
{{Short description|Curaçaoan footballer (born 1993)}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=December 2021}}
{{Infobox football biography
| name = Jürgen Locadia
| image = Jürgen Locadia, Persepolis v Havadar, 5 September 2022.jpg
| caption = Locadia with Persepolis in 2022
| full_name = Jürgen Leonardo Locadia{{cite web |url=https://www.premierleague.com/news/612828 |title=Updated squads for 2017/18 Premier League confirmed |publisher=Premier League |date=2 February 2018 |access-date=10 February 2018}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1993|11|7|df=y}}
| birth_place = Emmen, Netherlands
| height = 1.85 m{{cite web |url=https://www.vi.nl/spelers/jurgen-locadia/profiel |title=J. Locadia Profile |language=nl |website=VI.nl |access-date=28 November 2018}}
| currentclub = Intercity
| clubnumber = 9
| youthyears1 = 1998–2001
| youthclubs1 = VV Bargeres
| youthyears2 = 2001–2004
| youthclubs2 = VV Emmen
| youthyears3 = 2004–2008
| youthclubs3 = Emmen
| youthyears4 = 2009
| youthclubs4 = RKSV Sarto
| youthyears5 = 2009–2010
| youthclubs5 = Willem II
| youthyears6 = 2010–2012
| youthclubs6 = PSV
| years1 = 2011–2018
| clubs1 = PSV
| caps1 = 127
| goals1 = 45
| years2 = 2018–2022
| clubs2 = Brighton & Hove Albion
| caps2 = 35
| goals2 = 3
| years3 = 2019–2020
| clubs3 = → 1899 Hoffenheim (loan)
| caps3 = 11
| goals3 = 4
| years4 = 2020–2021
| clubs4 = → FC Cincinnati (loan)
| caps4 = 26
| goals4 = 2
| years5 = 2022
| clubs5 = VfL Bochum
| caps5 = 11
| goals5 = 2
| years6 = 2022
| clubs6 = Persepolis
| caps6 = 9
| goals6 = 6
| years7 = 2023–2024
| clubs7 = Cangzhou Mighty Lions
| caps7 = 24
| goals7 = 7
| years8 = 2024
| clubs8 = Amorebieta
| caps8 = 4
| goals8 = 0
| years9 = 2024–
| clubs9 = Intercity
| caps9 = 14
| goals9 = 5
| nationalyears1 = 2009–2011
| nationalteam1 = Netherlands U17
| nationalcaps1 = 11
| nationalgoals1 = 8
| nationalyears2 = 2010
| nationalteam2 = Netherlands U18
| nationalcaps2 = 1
| nationalgoals2 = 1
| nationalyears3 = 2010–2012
| nationalteam3 = Netherlands U19
| nationalcaps3 = 13
| nationalgoals3 = 3
| nationalyears4 = 2012
| nationalteam4 = Netherlands U20
| nationalcaps4 = 3
| nationalgoals4 = 0
| nationalyears5 = 2013–2014
| nationalteam5 = Netherlands U21
| nationalcaps5 = 7
| nationalgoals5 = 1
| nationalyears6 = 2023–
| nationalteam6 = Curaçao
| nationalcaps6 = 3
| nationalgoals6 = 1
| club-update = 14:01, 1 February 2025 (UTC)
| nationalteam-update = 05:39, 17 June 2023 (UTC)
}}
Jürgen Leonardo Locadia (born 7 November 1993) is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Primera Federación club Intercity. Born in the Netherlands, he plays for the Curaçao national team.
Club career
=Early career=
File:Jurgen Locadia.jpg in a KNVB Cup match against VVSB on 21 September 2011.]]
Locadia, who is of Curaçaoan descent,{{cite web|url=http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/15198/8544289/sky-sports-scout-jurgen-locadia|title=Sky Sports Scout – Jurgen Locadia|publisher=SkySports|date=21 May 2014|access-date=21 May 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150410202505/http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/15198/8544289/sky-sports-scout-jurgen-locadia|archive-date=10 April 2015|url-status=live}} was born in Emmen, Netherlands, and began playing football with club VV Bargeres, before being discovered by the youth team of FC Emmen. He later said his passion of football began from his uncle, Jerry, who also played football, and took him to street football and FC Emmen matches. Locadia was offered a spot on Willem II, and his whole family resettled in Tilburg.{{cite web|url=http://blogs.rnw.nl/koninkrijksspelen2009/2009/07/16/jurgen-locadia-droomt-van-internationale-voetbalcarriere/|title=Jurgen Locadia droomt van internationale voetbalcarrière|first=Gijs|last=van den Heivel|publisher=Radio Nederland Wereldomroep|date=16 July 2009|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090812082931/http://blogs.rnw.nl/koninkrijksspelen2009/2009/07/16/jurgen-locadia-droomt-van-internationale-voetbalcarriere/|archive-date=12 August 2009}}
He was at Willem II for a year when Locadia joined PSV Eindhoven on 11 June 2010, signing a two–year contract.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/PSV-bindt-jeugdspeler-Jurgen-Locadia.htm|title=PSV bindt jeugdspeler Jürgen Locadia|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=11 June 2010|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100614102619/https://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/PSV-bindt-jeugdspeler-Jurgen-Locadia.htm|archive-date=14 June 2010|url-status=dead}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA VERHUIST NAAR PSV|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/6706/locadia-verhuist-naar-psv|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=11 June 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia would that season be assigned to Jong PSV, making an impact when they won Beloften Eredivisie{{cite news|title=PSV A1 behaalt eerste zege|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/23250/PSV-A1-behaalt-eerste-zege|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=11 September 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV A1 wint met 6-2 van ADO Den Haag|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/23971/PSV-A1-wint-met-6-2-van-ADO-Den-Haag|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=11 December 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jong PSV op drempel van titel na 4-0 zege|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/24652/Jong-PSV-op-drempel-van-titel-na-4-0-zege|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=21 March 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Kampioen Jong PSV wint met 3-4 van Jong Heerenveen/Emmen|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/24741/Kampioen-Jong-PSV-wint-met-3-4-van-Jong-HeerenveenEmmen|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=4 April 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV A1 wint U19 Champions Trophy 2011|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/24927/PSV-A1-wint-U19-Champions-Trophy-2011|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=26 April 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}} and earned a spot in the first team squad in the 2011–12 season. Locadia continued with the first squad and maintain his goal scoring form.{{cite news|title=Locadia helpt Jong PSV aan eerste zege|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25703/Locadia-helpt-Jong-PSV-aan-eerste-zege|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=22 August 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jong PSV wint met 4-0 van tiental AZ|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25900/Jong-PSV-wint-met-4-0-van-tiental-AZ|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=12 September 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jong PSV wint met 1-6 in Nijmegen|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/26167/Jong-PSV-wint-met-1-6-in-Nijmegen|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=17 October 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia (3) en Depay (2) schieten Jong PSV naar 2e plaats|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/26892/Locadia-3-en-Depay-2-schieten-Jong-PSV-naar-2e-plaats|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=23 January 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia (3) en Depay (2) op schot voor Jong PSV|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/27488/Locadia-3-en-Depay-2-op-schot-voor-Jong-PSV|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=26 March 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} Dutch media Voetbal International reported that he agreed to sign a three–year professional contract with the club.{{cite web|url=http://www.vi.nl/nieuws/212712/Kortom-PSV-bindt-Locadia-Annan-naar-Afrika-Cup.htm|title=Kortom - PSV bindt Locadia, Annan naar Afrika Cup|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=15 December 2011|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120718020146/http://www.vi.nl/nieuws/212712/Kortom-PSV-bindt-Locadia-Annan-naar-Afrika-Cup.htm|archive-date=18 July 2012|url-status=dead}} On 27 January 2012, it was confirmed that Locadia signed a contract with PSV Eindhoven.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Contractverlenging-voor-Jurgen-Locadia.htm|title=Contractverlenging voor Jürgen Locadia|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=27 January 2012|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120528070456/http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Contractverlenging-voor-Jurgen-Locadia.htm|archive-date=28 May 2012|url-status=live}}
Locadia started off the Jong PSV 2012–13 season well making 11 goals in the first six matches, including two braces and a hat–trick.{{cite news|title=Jong PSV wint met 7-0 van Jong Fortuna|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28450/Jong-PSV-wint-met-7-0-van-Jong-Fortuna|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=13 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jong PSV wint met 0-2 van kampioen Jong FC Twente|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28510/Jong-PSV-wint-met-0-2-van-kampioen-Jong-FC-Twente|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=20 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia weer op schot voor koploper Jong PSV|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28568/Locadia-weer-op-schot-voor-koploper-Jong-PSV|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=27 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia scoort 2x in 3-1 zege Jong PSV tegen Jong Helmond|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28719/Locadia-scoort-2x-in-3-1-zege-Jong-PSV-tegen-Jong-Helmond|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=17 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia scoort 4x bij 0-5 zege Jong PSV, PSV naar winnaarscompetitie|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28789/Locadia-scoort-4x-bij-0-5-zege-Jong-PSV-PSV-naar-winnaarscompetitie|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=24 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} With his first team opportunities coming from the substitute bench, Locadia returned to Jong PSV on 26 November 2012 against Feyenoord U21 and scored twice, in a 5–4 win.{{cite news|title=Matavz en Locadia in wedstrijdselectie PSV|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28902/Matavz-en-Locadia-in-wedstrijdselectie-PSV|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=6 October 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} He later scored five more goals for the Jong side, including a hat–trick against Jong NEC Nijmegen on 19 February 2013.{{cite news|title=Jong PSV speelt met 4-4 gelijk tegen koploper Jong Heerenveen|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/29463/Jong-PSV-speelt-met-4-4-gelijk-tegen-koploper-Jong-Heerenveen|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=10 December 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Hattrick Locadia bij 3-0 zege Jong PSV op Jong NEC|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/29986/Hattrick-Locadia-bij-3-0-zege-Jong-PSV-op-Jong-NEC|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=19 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Rentree Toivonen bij gelijkspel Jong PSV|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/30043/Rentree-Toivonen-bij-gelijkspel-Jong-PSV|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=26 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
File:PSV Eindhoven, Teamcamp Bad Erlach, July 2014 (101).jpg.]]
=PSV Eindhoven=
Following his performance in the 2011 Otten Cup, Manager Fred Rutten praised his performance, saying: "Locadia is a goal-scoring machine. He has surprised us in a positive way. He is very fast."{{cite news|title=Locadia scoort tweemaal bij gelijkspel A1 in Otten Cup|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25494/Locadia-scoort-tweemaal-bij-gelijkspel-A1-in-Otten-Cup|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=5 August 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV A1 wint met 5-1 van Barcelona, in halve finale tegen Ajax|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25504/PSV-A1-wint-met-5-1-van-Barcelona-in-halve-finale-tegen-Ajax|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=6 August 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV verliest finale Otten Cup van Barcelona|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25522/PSV-verliest-finale-Otten-Cup-van-Barcelona|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=7 August 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Rutten: het gaat heel snel met Locadia|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25555/Rutten-het-gaat-heel-snel-met-Locadia|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=10 August 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}} Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven's technical manager Marcel Brands hinted of calling up Locadia into the first team.{{cite news|title=Brands: spelers uit eredivisie om binding met fans te vergroten|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/25827/Brands-spelers-uit-eredivisie-om-binding-met-fans-te-vergroten|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=1 September 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}} On 21 September 2011, he made his first appearance for PSV in a KNVB Cup match against VVSB, coming on as a substitute for Tim Matavž in the 72nd minute, and scored the club's sixth goal in the 80th minute, winning 8–0.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rutten-over-VVSB-Professioneel-zijn.htm|title=Rutten over VVSB: "Professioneel zijn"|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=21 September 2011|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120124230508/http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rutten-over-VVSB-Professioneel-zijn.htm|archive-date=24 January 2012|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reached-third-round-with-a-08-win.htm|title=PSV reached third round with a 0–8 win|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110925050252/http://www.psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reached-third-round-with-a-08-win.htm|archive-date=25 September 2011}} After the match, Manager Rutten said he would call up Locadia and teammate Memphis Depay to the first team, as long as, they perform well.{{cite news|title=Depay en Locadia dichterbij selectie, meer talenten volgen|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/26005/'Depay-en-Locadia-dichterbij-selectie-meer-talenten-volgen'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=24 September 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia made his first start for PSV in the following round against FC Lisse on 27 October 2011, as the club won 3–0.{{cite news|title=Rutten geeft jeugdspelers kans tegen Lisse|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/188817/rutten-geeft-jeugdspelers-kans-tegen-lisse/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=25 October 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reach-KNVB-Cup-round-of-16-with-30-win-over-FC-Lisse.htm|title=PSV reach KNVB Cup round of 16 with 3–0 win over FC Lisse|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111222072510/http://www.psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reach-KNVB-Cup-round-of-16-with-30-win-over-FC-Lisse.htm|archive-date=22 December 2011}} At the end of the 2011–12 season, he went on to make two appearances and scoring once in all competitions.
Ahead of the 2012–13 season, Locadia was included in the PSV Eindhoven's pre–season tour in Poland after being called up Manager Dick Advocaat and helped the club win the Polish Masters.{{cite news|title=PSV'ers Van Ooijen en Locadia mee naar Polen|url=http://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/209967/psv-ers-van-ooijen-en-locadia-mee-naar-polen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 July 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV naar finale Polish Masters na zege op Athletic Bilbao|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28311/PSV-naar-finale-Polish-Masters-na-zege-op-Athletic-Bilbao|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=21 July 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV wint Polish Masters na 3-1 zege op Benfica|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28319/PSV-wint-Polish-Masters-na-3-1-zege-op-Benfica|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=22 July 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} He was also handed the shirt number 19 for the first team.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rugnummers-PSV-seizoen-20122013.htm|title=Rugnummers PSV seizoen 2012-2013|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=16 July 2012|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120718191410/http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rugnummers-PSV-seizoen-20122013.htm|archive-date=18 July 2012|url-status=live}} It was reported in August 2012 that Manager Advocaat was planning to loan out the player to get more playing time, but PSV Eindhoven's technical manager Marcel Brands decided to keep him.{{cite news|title=Advocaat: pas vlak voor sluiting transfermarkt beslissing over verhuur Locadia|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/28432/Advocaat-pas-vlak-voor-sluiting-transfermarkt-beslissing-over-verhuur-Locadia|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=11 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV LAAT LOCADIA NIET GAAN|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41642/psv-laat-locadia-niet-gaan|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA: 'TOE AAN NIEUWE STAP'|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41658/locadia-toe-aan-nieuwe-stap|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=28 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia made his first appearance of the season as a starter in a KNVB Cup match against Achilles '29 on 27 September 2012 and he scored the second goal in the 3–0 win over the third-tier team.{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-progress-after-win-over-Achilles29.htm|title=PSV progress after win over Achilles'29|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120929030958/http://www.psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-progress-after-win-over-Achilles29.htm|archive-date=29 September 2012}} Three days later on 30 September 2012, Locadia made his Eredivisie debut against VVV-Venlo, entering the pitch in Venlo as a substitute in the 68th minute, and with only 22 minutes left in the game, he managed to score three goals in the 6–0 win over VVV-Venlo.{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-hit-tenman-VVVVenlo-for-six.htm|title=PSV hit ten-man VVV-Venlo for six|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121110040156/http://www.psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-hit-tenman-VVVVenlo-for-six.htm|archive-date=10 November 2012}} Locadia became the first player to score a hat-trick in his Eredivisie debut since Harald Berg scored three goals in his debut game on 10 August 1969.{{cite web|url=http://www.vi.nl/achtergronden/speler/228569/Debutant-Locadia-in-de-voetsporen-van-ADOspits-Berg.htm|title=Debutant Locadia in de voetsporen van ADO-spits Berg|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=30 September 2012|access-date=30 September 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121004001051/http://www.vi.nl/achtergronden/speler/228569/Debutant-Locadia-in-de-voetsporen-van-ADOspits-Berg.htm|archive-date=4 October 2012|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/13013530/__Locadia__Ja__dat_is_killersinstinct__.html|title=Droomdebuut voor Locadia bij PSV|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=30 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121001233323/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/13013530/__Locadia__Ja__dat_is_killersinstinct__.html|archive-date=1 October 2012|url-status=dead}} A week after his debut hat-trick, Locadia was promoted to the first team and signed a new five-year contract with PSV which will keep him at the club until 2017.{{cite news|title=BASISPLAATS VAN OOIJEN TEGEN ZETA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41706/basisplaats-van-ooijen-tegen-zeta|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=29 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV-DUO KRIJGT NIEUWE AANBIEDING|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41954/psv-duo-krijgt-nieuwe-aanbieding|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=3 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=NIET OVERDRIJVEN MET LOCADIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/43038/niet-overdrijven-met-locadia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=4 October 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/Jurgen-Locadia-signs-new-contract.htm|title=Jürgen Locadia signs new contract|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130126033121/http://www.psv.nl/News/News-page/Jurgen-Locadia-signs-new-contract.htm|archive-date=26 January 2013}} His performance led Manager Advocaat praising his attitude, saying: "Locadia is very confident. He is not easily fooled."{{cite news|title=Locadia maakt van alle beloften meeste indruk op Advocaat|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/29089/Locadia-maakt-van-alle-beloften-meeste-indruk-op-Advocaat|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=31 October 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia made his UEFA Europa League debut, coming on as a 65th-minute substitute, in a 1–0 loss against AIK on 8 November 2012.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-na-een-helft-op-achterstand-bij-aik-10.htm|title=PSV NA ÉÉN HELFT OP ACHTERSTAND BIJ AIK: 1-0|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=8 November 2012|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210123164253/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-na-een-helft-op-achterstand-bij-aik-10.htm|archive-date=23 January 2021|url-status=live}} He then scored his fourth goal of the season, in a 6–1 win against NAC Breda on 22 December 2012.{{cite news|title=PSV als leider de winterstop in na 1-6 bij NAC Breda|url=https://www.hln.be/eredivisie/psv-als-leider-de-winterstop-in-na-1-6-bij-nac-breda~a37252be/|publisher=HLN.be|language=nl|date=22 December 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} His next goal came on 2 February 2013 against ADO Den Haag when Locadia scored PSV Eindhoven's fifth goal of the game, in a 7–0 win.{{cite news|title=PSV opent lastige maand met zevenklapper|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/226936/psv-opent-lastige-maand-met-zevenklapper/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=2 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Three weeks later on 27 February 2013, he scored three goals in a 3–0 win over PEC Zwolle in the KNVB Cup semi-final.{{cite web|url=http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reach-KNVB-Beker-final-after-03-win-over-PEC-Zwolle.htm|title=PSV reach KNVB Beker final after 0–3 win over PEC Zwolle|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130703125153/http://psv.nl/News/News-page/PSV-reach-KNVB-Beker-final-after-03-win-over-PEC-Zwolle.htm|archive-date=3 July 2013}} However, Locadia suffered a with tonsils problems while on international duty and was sidelined for a month after undergoing a surgery.{{cite news|title=ocadia wegens ziekte niet bij Jong Oranje|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/230806/locadia-wegens-ziekte-niet-bij-jong-oranje/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=18 March 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA MIST TOPPER TEGEN AJAX|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/49274/locadia-mist-topper-tegen-ajax|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=8 April 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV: Strootman twijfelgeval, Locadia terug|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/234109/psv-strootman-twijfelgeval-locadia-terug/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=26 April 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} He didn't make his return to the first team against NEC Nijmegen on 5 May 2013 and scored his fifth goal of the season, in a 4–2 win, helping the club finish second place in the league.{{cite news|title=PSV wint met 4-2 van NEC en stelt 2e plaats veilig|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/30520/PSV-wint-met-4-2-van-NEC-en-stelt-2e-plaats-veilig|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=5 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Four days later in the final of the KNVB Beker against AZ Alkmaar on 9 May 2013, Locadia scored his sixth goal of the season, in a 2–1 loss.{{cite news|title=Advocaat kiest voor Locadia in bekerfinale|url=http://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/235205/advocaat-kiest-voor-locadia-in-bekerfinale/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=9 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV grijpt ook in bekertoernooi naast hoofdprijs|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/235219/psv-grijpt-ook-in-bekertoernooi-naast-hoofdprijs/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=9 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} At the end of the 2012–13 season, Locadia went on to make twenty–two appearances and scoring eleven times in all competitions.
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Ahead of the 2013–14 season, Locadia switched number shirt from nineteen to eleven following the departure of Jeremain Lens.{{cite news|title=Rugnummers PSV-selectie seizoen 2013/2014|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/30940/Rugnummers-PSV-selectie-seizoen-20132014|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=7 July 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} He scored his first goal of the season, having come on as a 72nd-minute substitute, in a 2–0 win against Zulte Waregem in the third round qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League, in a 2–0 win.{{cite news|title=PSV slaat na rust toe tegen Zulte Waregem|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/239840/psv-slaat-na-rust-toe-tegen-zulte-waregem/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=30 July 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} In the return leg, PSV Eindhoven progressed to the next round after winning 3–0.{{cite news|title=PSV pakt Zulte Waregem ook in Brussel in|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/240212/psv-pakt-zulte-waregem-ook-in-brussel-in/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=7 August 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Three days later on 10 August 2013, Locadia provided a hat–trick assist, in a 5–0 win against NEC Nijmegen.{{cite news|title=Ongrijpbare Bakkali blinkt uit bij swingend PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/240365/ongrijpbare-bakkali-blinkt-uit-bij-swingend-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 August 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Since the start of the 2013–14 season, he established himself in the first team as the club's first choice striker, which saw him competing with Tim Matavž.{{cite news|title=Locadia baalt van stuivertje wisselen in spits|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/240375/locadia-baalt-van-stuivertje-wisselen-in-spits/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=11 August 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV begint met elf Nederlanders in Almelo|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/241113/psv-begint-met-elf-nederlanders-in-almelo/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=24 August 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Spitsen over elkaar: 'Matavz beter in de diepte, Locadia is meer balvast'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/31918/Spitsen-over-elkaar-'Matavz-beter-in-de-diepte-Locadia-is-meer-balvast'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=20 October 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Ontevreden Locadia: "Blijft per wedstrijd afwachten"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/245195/ontevreden-locadia-blijft-per-wedstrijd-afwachten/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=7 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=GOALS LEVENSELIXER VOOR LOCADIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/55010/goals-levenselixer-voor-locadia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=7 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia hoopt doelpuntenaantal dit seizoen nog te verdubbelen|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/32942/Locadia-hoopt-doelpuntenaantal-dit-seizoen-nog-te-verdubbelen|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=27 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored his second hat–trick of his professional career when he helped PSV Eindhoven beat SC Telstar in the second round of the KNVB Beker on 25 September 2013.{{cite news|title=Locadia bezorgt PSV bekerzege op Telstar|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/242754/locadia-bezorgt-psv-bekerzege-op-telstar/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=25 September 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} A week later on 6 October 2013 against RKC Waalwijk, Locadia scored the winning goal, just four minutes after coming on as a substitute, in a 2–1 win.{{cite news|title=Seda kan nederlaag RKC bij PSV net niet voorkomen|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/243387/seda-kan-nederlaag-rkc-bij-psv-net-niet-voorkomen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=6 October 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} He then provided a role against Vitesse on 6 December 2013 by setting up the club's two goals, in a 6–2 loss.{{cite news|title=Strijdend PSV opnieuw hard onderuit: 2-6 tegen Vitesse|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/wedstrijden/verslag/540/PSV-Vitesse-7-12-2013|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=6 December 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} This was followed up by scoring against FC Utrecht and ADO Den Haag (twice).{{cite news|title=PSV legt FC Utrecht op de pijnbank|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/247443/psv-legt-fc-utrecht-op-de-pijnbank/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=15 December 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV na één helft klaar met tiental ADO Den Haag|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/247804/psv-na-een-helft-klaar-met-tiental-ado-den-haag/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=22 December 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored two goals in two matches between 5 February 2014 and 8 February 2014 against SC Cambuur and FC Twente.{{cite news|title=PSV komt slechte start in Leeuwarden te boven|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/250050/psv-komt-slechte-start-in-leeuwarden-te-boven/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=5 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV vloert FC Twente in fraai voetbalgevecht|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/250219/psv-vloert-fc-twente-in-fraai-voetbalgevecht/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=8 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} His goal scoring form continued when he scored five times in five consecutive matches throughout March.{{cite news|title=PSV buigt 2-0 achterstand om in zege bij Eagles|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/251310/psv-buigt-2-0-achterstand-om-in-zege-bij-eagles/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=1 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV is Feyenoord voorbij na zesde zege op rij|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/251687/psv-is-feyenoord-voorbij-na-zesde-zege-op-rij/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=8 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV wint weer in Gelredome en nadert plek twee|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/252037/psv-wint-weer-in-gelredome-en-nadert-plek-twee/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=15 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV klopt Roda JC en stijgt naar plek twee|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/252407/psv-klopt-roda-jc-en-stijgt-naar-plek-twee/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=22 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=FC Groningen profiteert van zwak verdedigend PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/252790/fc-groningen-profiteert-van-zwak-verdedigend-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=29 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored his seventeenth goal of the season, in a 2–1 win against PEC Zwolle and helped PSV Eindhoven finish fourth place in the league.{{cite news|title=PSV wint in Zwolle en neemt vierde plaats over|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/254387/psv-wint-in-zwolle-en-neemt-vierde-plaats-over/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=27 April 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Media: Hendrix opnieuw op middenveld, Brenet en Tamata de backs|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/33403/Media-Hendrix-opnieuw-op-middenveld-Brenet-en-Tamata-de-backs|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=3 May 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV stelt vierde plek veilig na matig duel|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/254737/psv-stelt-vierde-plek-veilig-na-matig-duel/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=3 May 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} Despite sustaining injuries during the 2013–14 season, it didn't affect his playing time, as he went on to make forty–one appearances and scored seventeen times in all competitions.{{cite news|title=Locadia: 'niets gebroken, waarschijnlijk enkelbanden opgerekt'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/32172/Locadia-'niets-gebroken-waarschijnlijk-enkelbanden-opgerekt'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=15 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Geblesseerde Locadia meldt zich vandaag bij PSV|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/32176/Geblesseerde-Locadia-meldt-zich-vandaag-bij-PSV|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=16 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia en Ruiz gewoon inzetbaar vrijdag|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/32850/Locadia-en-Ruiz-gewoon-inzetbaar-vrijdag|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=13 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Ahead of the 2014–15 season, Locadia switched number shirt from eleven to seventeen after switching numbers with teammate Luciano Narsingh.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rugnummers-PSV-seizoen-20142015.htm|title=Rugnummers PSV seizoen 2014-2015|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=12 May 2014|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140915094329/http://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Rugnummers-PSV-seizoen-20142015.htm|archive-date=15 September 2014|url-status=dead}} He played in both legs of the UEFA Europa League third round against St. Pölten and scored and assisted in the second leg, as PSV Eindhoven won 4–2 on aggregate to advance to the next round.{{cite news|title=PSV moet aantonen dat het wél eenvoudig kan in Europa|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/259793/psv-moet-aantonen-dat-het-wel-eenvoudig-kan-in-europa/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=31 July 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Invaller Depay helpt matig PSV over dode punt heen|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/260224/invaller-depay-helpt-matig-psv-over-dode-punt-heen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=7 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} Two days later on 9 August 2014, Locadia signed a contract extension with the club, keeping him until 2019.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Contract-Jurgen-Locadia-verlengd-tot-2019.htm|title=Contract Jürgen Locadia verlengd tot 2019|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=9 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140810000419/https://www.psv.nl/Nieuws/Nieuwspagina/Contract-Jurgen-Locadia-verlengd-tot-2019.htm|archive-date=10 August 2014|url-status=dead}} He then scored two goals in the first two matches of the season against Willem II and NAC Breda.{{cite news|title=PSV begint seizoen voortvarend met overwinning in Tilburg|url=http://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/260400/psv-begint-met-zege-in-tilburg/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV leeft zich flink uit in Brabantse derby: 6-1|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/260759/psv-leeft-zich-flink-uit-in-brabantse-derby-6-1/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} Following a new signing of Luuk de Jong, Locadia began playing in the winger positions, which he was willing to play in the position.{{cite news|title=Cocu: 'De Jong en Locadia andere type spitsen, we hebben beiden absoluut nodig komend seizoen'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/33766/Cocu-'De-Jong-en-Locadia-andere-type-spitsen-we-hebben-beiden-absoluut-nodig-komend-seizoen'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=15 July 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia verdreven naar vleugel: "Speel liefst in de spits"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/260725/locadia-verdreven-naar-vleugel-speel-liefst-in-de-spits/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia op rechtsbuitenpositie: 'speeltijd is speeltijd'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/34016/Locadia-op-rechtsbuitenpositie-'speeltijd-is-speeltijd'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=16 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24026770/__Locadia_sceptisch_over_Brands__.html|title=Locadia twijfelt over toekomst|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=11 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150514042955/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24026770/__Locadia_sceptisch_over_Brands__.html#voetbal/159/fixtures/|archive-date=14 May 2015|url-status=dead}} However, Locadia have to compete in the winger position, due to Depay being preferred in the same position he's playing in, resulting in him being placed on the substitute bench.{{cite news|title=Narsingh: "Hoofd leeg houden en vlammen"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/261240/narsingh-hoofd-leeg-houden-en-vlammen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=24 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu kiest voor Locadia en houdt Narsingh op de bank|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/261484/cocu-kiest-voor-locadia-en-houdt-narsingh-op-de-bank/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=28 August 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jozefzoon en Locadia strijden om plek Depay|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/262638/jozefzoon-en-locadia-strijden-om-plek-depay/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=17 September 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Brands wil twee nieuwe aanvallers bij vertrek Memphis: 'mooist zou zijn als Locadia voor flanken gaat'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/35922/Brands-wil-twee-nieuwe-aanvallers-bij-vertrek-Memphis-%27mooist-zou-zijn-als-Locadia-voor-flanken-gaat%27|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=2 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} At times, Locadia started in the forward position in the absence of De Jong or Manager Cocu's rotation change in a number of matches.{{cite news|title=Locadia vervangt De Jong, Pasveer in doel bij PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/263136/locadia-vervangt-de-jong-pasveer-in-doel-bij-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=25 September 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV met Locadia in de spits, Brenet als rechtsback|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/263302/psv-met-locadia-in-de-spits-brenet-als-rechtsback/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=28 September 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=De Jong en Guardado lijken 'Excelsior-thuis' te halen|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/263583/de-jong-en-guardado-lijken-excelsior-thuis-te-halen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=3 October 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu: "We nemen deze wedstrijd wél serieus"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/267743/cocu-we-nemen-deze-wedstrijd-wel-serieus/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=11 December 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Dinamo Moskou verslaat PSV opnieuw in slotfase|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/267749/psv-laat-zich-opnieuw-door-russen-verrassen-in-slotfase/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=11 December 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, he struggled to play in the position as a result, scoring four times including a brace against Almere City in the third round of the KNVB Beker.{{cite news|title=Locadia worstelt met vorm in de spits na rol op de flanken|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/34390/Locadia-worstelt-met-vorm-in-de-spits-na-rol-op-de-flanken|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=29 September 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/23159960/__Cocu_eist_meer_efficientie__.html|title=Cocu eist meer efficiëntie|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=4 October 2014|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141006220631/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/23159960/__Cocu_eist_meer_efficientie__.html|archive-date=6 October 2014|url-status=dead}}
{{cite news|title=PSV in eigen huis maatje te groot voor Excelsior|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/263724/psv-in-eigen-huis-maatje-te-groot-voor-excelsior/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=5 October 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV heeft weinig moeite met Almere City FC|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/265157/psv-heeft-weinig-moeite-met-almere-city-fc/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=29 October 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia en Depay bezorgen PSV in slotfase zwaarbevochten zege|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/270616/locadia-en-depay-bezorgen-psv-in-slotfase-zwaarbevochten-zege/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=31 January 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia scored twice for the club, playing in the left–wing and right–wing positions against Go Ahead Eagles and Excelsior respectively.{{cite news|title=Winterkampioen PSV laat Go Ahead in eigen huis kansloos|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/268294/winterkampioen-psv-laat-go-ahead-in-eigen-huis-kansloos/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 December 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Lusteloos PSV dompelt Excelsior pas laat in rouw|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/275646/lusteloos-psv-dompelt-excelsior-in-rouw-met-late-treffer/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=25 April 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} As a result, this led to speculation over his future at PSV Eindhoven, but he wanted to stay at the club.{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/23437168/__Locadia_wil_niet_weg_bij_PSV__.htm|title=Locadia wil niet weg bij PSV|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=11 December 2014|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150801000500/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/23437168/__Locadia_wil_niet_weg_bij_PSV__.html|archive-date=1 August 2015|url-status=live}} Despite this, Locadia later helped PSV Eindhoven win the league title for the first time since 2008 after beating SC Heerenveen 4–1 on 22 April 2015; it was the first major trophy of his professional career.{{cite news|title=PSV 4–1 SC Heerenveen|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/32357599|publisher=BBC Sport|date=18 April 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV sleept 22e landstitel binnen na 4-1 winst op sc Heerenveen: 'Het is eindelijk gelukt'|url=https://www.omroepbrabant.nl/nieuws/2079022/psv-sleept-22e-landstitel-binnen-na-4-1-winst-op-sc-heerenveen-het-is-eindelijk-gelukt|publisher=Omroep Brabant|language=nl|date=19 April 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-landskampioen-na-41-zege-op-sc-heerenveen.htm|title=PSV LANDSKAMPIOEN NA 4-1 ZEGE OP SC HEERENVEEN|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=18 April 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124104110/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-landskampioen-na-41-zege-op-sc-heerenveen.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} At the end of the 2014–15 season, he went on to make thirty–six appearances and scoring six times in all competitions.
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Ahead of the 2015–16 season, Locadia was considering his future at PSV Eindhoven, due to his reduced playing time, and made it clear that he wanted to leave the club, having said that on two separate statements.{{cite news|title=Locadia: "Als het niet bij PSV kan, dan maar ergens anders"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/276524/locadia-als-het-niet-bij-psv-kan-dan-maar-ergens-anders/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=11 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/277073/locadia-herhaalt-vertrekwens-psv-is-doodlopend-spoor/|title=Locadia herhaalt vertrekwens: "PSV is doodlopend spoor"|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.vi.nl/nieuws/pec-zwolle-zet-deur-wagenwijd-open-voor-locadia.htm|title=PEC Zwolle zet deur wagenwijd open voor Locadia|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=27 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617042553/http://www.vi.nl/nieuws/pec-zwolle-zet-deur-wagenwijd-open-voor-locadia.htm|archive-date=17 June 2015|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24214665/__Locadia_wil_beslist_weg_bij_PSV__.html|title=Locadia wil beslist weg bij PSV|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=30 June 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150703000844/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24214665/__Locadia_wil_beslist_weg_bij_PSV__.html|archive-date=3 July 2015|url-status=dead}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia: "Ik blijf bij mijn standpunt: ik wil vertrekken"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/279670/locadia-ik-blijf-bij-mijn-standpunt-ik-wil-vertrekken/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=5 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, both manager Cocu and technical manager Marcel Brands refused to let him go and wanted the player to stay at PSV Eindhoven on two separate statements.{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24022421/__Locadia_mag_niet_vertrekken__.html|title=Locadia mag niet vertrekken|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=9 May 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150512052134/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24022421/__Locadia_mag_niet_vertrekken__.html#voetbal/159/fixtures/|archive-date=12 May 2015|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.metronieuws.nl/sport/2015/07/hendrix-cocu-en-ik-begrijpen-elkaar|title=Hendrix: Cocu en ik begrijpen elkaar|publisher=Metro Nieuws|language=nl|date=5 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160416000223/http://www.metronieuws.nl/sport/2015/07/hendrix-cocu-en-ik-begrijpen-elkaar|archive-date=16 April 2016|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24278052/___Niemand_meer_weg_bij_PSV___.html|title=Brands: 'Niemand meer weg bij PSV'|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=17 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150722025323/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/24278052/___Niemand_meer_weg_bij_PSV___.html|archive-date=22 July 2015|url-status=dead}} By mid–July, Locadia made a hint that he could stay at the club, as long as, getting more playing time, especially after the departure of Depay.{{cite news|title=Locadia geeft visitekaartje af: "Ik wil graag spelen"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/280250/locadia-geeft-visitekaartje-af-ik-wil-graag-spelen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=15 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu: "Afmaker Locadia fris en stevig in duels"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/280262/cocu-afmaker-locadia-fris-en-stevig-in-duels/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} Amid to his future at PSV Eindhoven, Locadia switched number shirt from seventeen to nineteen.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/rugnummers-psv-20152016.htm|title=Rugnummers PSV 2015-2016|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=20 July 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150825051535/http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/rugnummers-psv-20152016.htm|archive-date=25 August 2015|url-status=live}} He started in the Johan Cruijff Schaal against FC Groningen and played 74 minutes before being substituted, as the club won 3–0 to win the trophy.{{cite news|title=PSV trekt lijn van vorig seizoen door en pakt eerste prijs|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/281262/psv-trekt-lijn-van-vorig-seizoen-door-en-pakt-eerste-prijs/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=2 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, Locadia was dropped from the starting line–up for the next three matches until he apologised for his actions over his future at PSV Eindhoven and was fined by the club.{{cite news|title=Cocu: 'Locadia is een spits, dat weet iedereen'|url=https://www.vi.nl/nieuws/cocu-locadia-is-een-spits-dat-weet-iedereen|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=10 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia komt niet opdagen voor training PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/282444/locadia-komt-niet-opdagen-voor-training-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=21 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV'ers balen: "We kunnen Jürgen goed gebruiken"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/282535/het-is-jammer-we-kunnen-jurgen-goed-gebruiken/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=22 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia biedt zijn excuses aan en blijft bij PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/282616/locadia-biedt-zijn-excuses-aan-en-blijft-bij-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=24 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia baart opzien: "In winter verder kijken dan PSV"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/283754/locadia-baart-opzien-in-winter-verder-kijken-dan-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=13 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} He returned to the first team against Feyenoord on 30 August 2015, coming on as a 77th-minute substitute and scored his first goal of the season four minutes later, in a 3–1 win.{{cite news|title=PSV na rust te sterk voor afwachtend Feyenoord|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/283019/psv-na-rust-te-sterk-voor-afwachtend-feyenoord/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=30 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} This was followed up by scoring twice for PSV Eindhoven, in a 6–0 win against SC Cambuur.{{cite news|title=PSV walst na dubieuze beslissingen over Cambuur heen|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/283741/psv-walst-na-dubieuze-beslissingen-over-cambuur-heen/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=12 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored two goals in two matches between 22 September 2015 and 26 September 2015 against SC Cambuur and NEC Nijmegen.{{cite news|title=PSV bekert verder na nipte zege op Cambuur|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/284339/psv-bekert-verder-na-nipte-zege-op-cambuur/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=22 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia redt PSV van puntenverlies tegen sterk NEC|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/284569/locadia-redt-psv-van-puntenverlies-tegen-sterk-nec/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=26 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} Following this, he set up six goals in the next five league matches, including scoring against FC Twente.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-dicteert-en-wint-in-de-arena-12.htm|title=PSV DICTEERT EN WINT IN DE ARENA: 1-2|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=5 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124131623/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-dicteert-en-wint-in-de-arena-12.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tegenstander-excelsior-in-middenmoot-.htm|title=TEGENSTANDER EXCELSIOR IN MIDDENMOOT|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=17 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124132654/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tegenstander-excelsior-in-middenmoot-.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-door-late-treffers-voorbij-twente-13.htm|title=PSV DOOR LATE TREFFERS VOORBIJ TWENTE: 1-3|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=25 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124131155/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-door-late-treffers-voorbij-twente-13.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-wint-knotsgek-duel-van-de-graafschap-36.htm|title=PSV WINT KNOTSGEK DUEL VAN DE GRAAFSCHAP: 3-6|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=31 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124132956/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-wint-knotsgek-duel-van-de-graafschap-36.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-pas-na-rust-langs-fc-utrecht-31.htm|title=PSV PAS NA RUST LANGS FC UTRECHT: 3-1|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=8 November 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124133109/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-pas-na-rust-langs-fc-utrecht-31.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} Locadia then scored his first UEFA Champions League goal, in a 2–0 win against VfL Wolfsburg on 3 November 2015.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-knokt-zich-na-rust-langs-vfl-wolfsburg.htm|title=PSV KNOKT ZICH NA RUST LANGS VFL WOLFSBURG|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=3 November 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124133008/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-knokt-zich-na-rust-langs-vfl-wolfsburg.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} Following his return from suspension, he regained his first team place, playing in the winger positions.{{cite news|title=Locadia hakt knoop door: "Ga seizoen bij PSV afmaken"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/287724/locadia-hakt-knoop-door-ga-seizoen-bij-psv-afmaken/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 November 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia blikt terug: "Ik trok het even niet meer"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/289869/locadia-blikt-terug-ik-trok-het-even-niet-meer/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=28 December 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Vermoedelijke opstelling: PSV in 4-4-2?|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/38108/Vermoedelijke-opstelling-PSV-in-4-4-2|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=24 February 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Vermoedelijke opstelling PSV: 4-3-3 of 5-3-2?|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/38297/Vermoedelijke-opstelling-PSV-4-3-3-of-5-3-2|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=15 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia: 'misschien te eigenwijs geweest'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/38673/Locadia-'misschien-te-eigenwijs-geweest'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=30 April 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} At times, Locadia also rotated in playing in the striker position as well.{{cite news|title=Trefzekere Locadia: "Ik had iets recht te zetten"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/283032/trefzekere-locadia-ik-had-iets-recht-te-zetten/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=30 August 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Brands: "Locadia na De Jong beste spits in Nederland"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/284099/brands-locadia-na-de-jong-beste-spits-in-nederland/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=18 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV met gewijzigde basisopstelling tegen NEC|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/284555/psv-met-gewijzigde-basisopstelling-tegen-nec/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=26 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=De Jong en Maher op PSV-bank tegen Excelsior|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/285766/de-jong-en-maher-op-psv-bank-tegen-excelsior/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=17 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} He then scored twice for PSV Eindhoven, in a 3–2 win against Heracles Almelo in the Round of 16 of the KNVB Beker on 16 December 2015.{{cite news|title=Vechtlustig tiental PSV buigt achterstand om tegen Heracles|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/289327/vechtlustig-tiental-psv-buigt-achterstand-om-tegen-heracles/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 December 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then set up two goals for the club, as PSV Eindhoven beat De Graafschap on 30 January 2016.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-tot-minstens-zondagmiddag-koploper.htm|title=PSV TOT MINSTENS ZONDAGMIDDAG KOPLOPER|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=30 January 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124140841/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-tot-minstens-zondagmiddag-koploper.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} Two weeks later on 14 February 2016, he scored and set up one of the club's goals, in a 3–0 win against NEC Nijmegen.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/eenvoudige-zege-psv-in-nijmegen-03.htm|title=Eenvoudige zege PSV in Nijmegen: 0-3|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=14 February 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200809152037/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/eenvoudige-zege-psv-in-nijmegen-03.htm|archive-date=9 August 2020|url-status=live}} Three weeks later on 5 March 2016, Locadia, once again, scored and set up one of PSV Eindhoven's goals, in a 3–0 win against FC Groningen.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tiende-zege-op-rij-na-03-winst-op-groningen.htm|title=TIENDE ZEGE OP RIJ NA 0-3 WINST OP GRONINGEN|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=5 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124141028/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tiende-zege-op-rij-na-03-winst-op-groningen.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} After suffering ankle injury while on international duty, he didn't make his return to the first team until on 16 April 2016 against Roda JC, coming on as an 84th-minute substitute, 3–0 win.{{cite news|title=Pröpper naar ziekenhuis, tranen in ogen bij Locadia|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/294758/propper-naar-ziekenhuis-tranen-in-ogen-van-locadia/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/update-blessures-locadia-en-propper.htm|title=Update blessures Locadia en Pröpper|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=21 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160526032641/http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/update-blessures-locadia-en-propper.htm|archive-date=26 May 2016|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=PSV toont tegen Roda JC groot kwaliteitsverschil|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/296219/psv-toont-tegen-roda-jc-groot-kwaliteitsverschil/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 April 2016|access-date=17 March 2019}} In the last game of the season against PEC Zwolle, Locadia scored and set up a goal for De Jong, who scored twice, in a 3–1 win; a victory that saw the club win the league title for the second time in a row.{{cite news|title=PSV Eindhoven clinch Eredivisie title after Ajax fail to win|url=https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/may/08/psv-eindhoven-clinch-eredivisie-title-ajax-fail-to-win|work=The Guardian|date=8 May 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia vindt titel persoonlijk mooier dan vorig jaar|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/297417/locadia-vindt-titel-persoonlijk-mooier-dan-vorig-jaar/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=8 May 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} Despite suffering injuries during the 2015–16 season, he went on to make forty–two appearances and scoring twelve times in all competitions.{{cite news|title=Locadia valt uit met liesblessure|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/36896/Locadia-valt-uit-met-liesblessure|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=22 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/vooruitblik-phillip-cocu-op-psv-n.e.c..htm|title=VOORUITBLIK PHILLIP COCU OP PSV - N.E.C.|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=25 September 2015|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124115504/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/vooruitblik-phillip-cocu-op-psv-n.e.c..htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia: 'ik ben ok'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/37626/Locadia-'ik-ben-ok'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=20 December 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Ahead of the 2016–17 season, Locadia was linked a move away from PSV Eindhoven, as Primeira Liga side Sporting CP wanted to sign him.{{cite news|title=Locadia referenciado pelos leões|url=https://www.record.pt/mercado/portugal/detalhe/locadia-referenciado-pelos-leoes|publisher=Record|language=pt|date=9 July 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, the club refused to sell the player.{{cite news|title=Cocu rekent op aanblijven De Jong én Locadia bij PSV|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/300846/cocu-rekent-op-aanblijven-de-jong-en-locadia/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=13 July 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} Amid the transfer speculation, he started the whole game in the Johan Cruyff Shield against Feyenoord, as PSV Eindhoven won 1–0 to win the trophy for the second time in a row.{{cite news|title=Recordhouder PSV voegt weer JC Schaal toe aan collectie|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/301755/recordhouder-psv-voegt-weer-jc-schaal-toe-aan-collectie/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=31 July 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} In a follow–up match against FC Utrecht in the opening game of the season, Locadia made his 100th appearance for the club and set up PSV Eindhoven's equalising goal, in a 2–1 win.{{cite news|title=100ste competitieduel voor Locadia tegen FC Utrecht|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/39425/100ste-competitieduel-voor-Locadia-tegen-FC-Utrecht|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=6 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-rekent-na-rust-af-met-fc-utrecht-1-2.htm|title=PSV REKENT NA RUST AF MET FC UTRECHT: 1-2|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=6 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124152718/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-rekent-na-rust-af-met-fc-utrecht-1-2.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} He made two more starts before suffering a groin injury during a match against FC Groningen on 28 August 2016 and was substituted in the 34th minute, as the club drew 0–0.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-wint-met-miniem-verschil-van-az-1-0.htm|title=PSV WINT MET MINIEM VERSCHIL VAN AZ: 1-0|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=14 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124154149/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-wint-met-miniem-verschil-van-az-1-0.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Landskampioen PSV heeft geen kind aan PEC Zwolle|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/302793/psv-heeft-geen-kind-aan-pec-zwolle/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-niet-langs-groningse-muur.htm|title=PSV NIET LANGS GRONINGSE MUUR|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=28 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124155000/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-niet-langs-groningse-muur.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} After the match, it was announced that Locadia was sidelined for two months with a groin injury.{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/jurgen-locadia-twee-maanden-uitgeschakeld.htm|title=JÜRGEN LOCADIA TWEE MAANDEN UITGESCHAKELD|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=30 August 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124155228/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/jurgen-locadia-twee-maanden-uitgeschakeld.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} By late October, he returned to training and made a recovery from the injury.{{cite web|url=http://www.ed.nl/sport/voetbal/psv/jetro-willems-terug-bij-training-van-psv-1.6567219|title=Jetro Willems terug bij training van PSV|publisher=Eindhoven Dagblad|language=nl|date=24 October 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161027150554/http://www.ed.nl/sport/voetbal/psv/jetro-willems-terug-bij-training-van-psv-1.6567219|archive-date=27 October 2016|url-status=dead}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/psv-nog-zonder-zoet-tegen-vitesse.htm|title=PSV nog zonder Zoet tegen Vitesse|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=28 October 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161031212745/http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/psv-nog-zonder-zoet-tegen-vitesse.htm|archive-date=31 October 2016|url-status=live}} While on the rehabilitation, however, Locadia suffered a knee injury and was sidelined for two months.{{cite web|url=http://www.nu.nl/voetbal/4352926/zoet-propper-en-siem-jong-in-psv-selectie-duel-met-willem-ii.html|title=Zoet, Pröpper en Siem de Jong in PSV-selectie voor duel met Willem II|publisher=Nu.nl|language=nl|date=18 November 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161119103902/http://www.nu.nl/voetbal/4352926/zoet-propper-en-siem-jong-in-psv-selectie-duel-met-willem-ii.html|archive-date=19 November 2016|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia keert pas in 2017 terug en mist dus ook Ajax|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/308618/locadia-keert-pas-in-2017-terug-en-mist-dus-ook-ajax/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=8 December 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tegenslag-locadia-spierscheuring-s.-de-jong.htm|title=TEGENSLAG LOCADIA, SPIERSCHEURING S. DE JONG|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=20 December 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124155947/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/tegenslag-locadia-spierscheuring-s.-de-jong.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/locadia-hoopt-in-januari-training-te-hervatten.htm|title=LOCADIA HOOPT IN JANUARI TRAINING TE HERVATTEN|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=21 December 2016|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124161051/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/locadia-hoopt-in-januari-training-te-hervatten.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} While on the sidelines, PSV Eindhoven began negotiations with the player over a new contract.{{cite news|title=PSV staat op het punt Locadia langer aan zich te binden|url=https://www.vi.nl/nieuws/psv-staat-op-het-punt-locadia-langer-aan-zich-te-binden|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=8 December 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV mikt op contractverlenging Locadia: "Signaal afgeven"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/308736/psv-mikt-op-contractverlenging-locadia-signaal-afgeven/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 December 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} By early–February, he returned to training after making a recovery from the injury.{{cite news|title=Locadia gaat weer voluit, Utrecht bindt jonge keeper|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/311388/locadia-gaat-weer-voluit-utrecht-bindt-jonge-keeper/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=2 February 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/mogen-nog-geen-procent-met-feyenoord-bezig-zijn.htm|title=Mogen nog geen procent met Feyenoord bezig zijn|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=17 February 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170311022950/http://www.psv.nl/psv/nieuws/artikel/mogen-nog-geen-procent-met-feyenoord-bezig-zijn.htm|archive-date=11 March 2017|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia is fit: "Ik kan op de bank zitten tegen Feyenoord"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/312244/locadia-is-fit-ik-kan-op-de-bank-zitten-tegen-feyenoord/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=20 February 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia returned to the first team against Feyenoord on 26 February 2017, coming on as an 84th-minute substitute, in a 2–1 loss.{{cite news|title=Feyenoord blijft door doellijntechnologie op titelkoers|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/312493/feyenoord-blijft-door-doellijntechnologie-op-titelkoers/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=26 February 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Following his return, he found his playing time, mostly from the substitute bench.{{cite news|title=PSV wint thuis ruim van slap Roda JC Kerkrade|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/312803/psv-wint-ruim-van-slap-roda-jc-bij-rentree-locadia/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=4 March 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia neemt voorbeeld aan Wijnaldum en Van Nistelrooy|url=https://www.vi.nl/nieuws/locadia-neemt-voorbeeld-aan-wijnaldum-en-van-nistelrooy|publisher=Voetbal International|language=nl|date=15 March 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/supergevoel-bij-trefzekere-locadia.htm|title=SUPERGEVOEL BIJ TREFZEKERE LOCADIA|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=2 April 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124153110/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/supergevoel-bij-trefzekere-locadia.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu: 'met Locadia hebben we nu een alternatief voor de spitspositie'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/41666/Cocu-%27met-Locadia-hebben-we-nu-een-alternatief-voor-de-spitspositie%27|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=10 April 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia lijkt op tijd hersteld voor wedstrijd tegen Zwolle|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/315954/locadia-lijkt-op-tijd-hersteld-voor-wedstrijd-tegen-zwolle/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 May 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} It was reported on 17 March 2017 that Locadia then signed a contract extension with the club, keeping him until 2020.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-verlengt-contract-locadia-met-een-jaar.htm|title=PSV VERLENGT CONTRACT LOCADIA MET EEN JAAR|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=17 March 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124165005/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/psv-verlengt-contract-locadia-met-een-jaar.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} He scored his first goal of the season, in a 2–0 win against Sparta Rotterdam on 1 April 2017.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/locadia-drukt-stempel-bij-2-0-zege-op-sparta.htm|title=LOCADIA DRUKT STEMPEL BIJ 2-0 ZEGE OP SPARTA|publisher=AFC Ajax|language=nl|date=1 April 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124152800/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/locadia-drukt-stempel-bij-2-0-zege-op-sparta.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} This was followed up by scoring against FC Twente.{{cite news|title=FC Twente houdt PSV in extremis van titelkoers af|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/314335/fc-twente-houdt-psv-in-extremis-van-titelkoers-af/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=6 April 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Two weeks later on 23 April 2017, Locadia scored from a direct kick to beat rivals, Ajax.{{cite news|title=PSV duwt Feyenoord richting titel met zege op mat Ajax|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/315134/psv-duwt-feyenoord-richting-titel-met-zege-op-mat-ajax/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=23 April 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, PSV Eindhoven failed to defend the title, ending their two seasons defence after they finished third place in the league.{{cite news|title=De opvallendste feiten en statistieken van de Eredivisie|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/316829/de-opvallendste-feiten-en-statistieken-van-de-eredivisie/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=14 May 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} At the end of the 2016–17 season, he went on to make fifteen appearances and scoring three times in all competitions.
Locadia began the 2017–18 season for PSV in good form, rotating in the striker and winger positions.{{cite news|title=Locadia in de spits: "De druk zal groter voor mij zijn"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/320012/locadia-in-de-spits-de-druk-zal-groter-voor-mij-zijn/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia is klaar voor zijn jaar als spits nummer 1|url=https://www.ed.nl/psv/locadia-is-klaar-voor-zijn-jaar-als-spits-nummer-1~a07e7939/|publisher=Eindhoven Dagblad|language=nl|date=10 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia krijgt de tijd in de spits|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/42554/'Locadia-krijgt-de-tijd-in-de-spits'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=27 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Ajax begint ongewijzigd, PSV in 5-3-2-formatie|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/325663/ajax-begint-ongewijzigd-aan-topper-tegen-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=10 December 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} He then scored his first goal of the season, as well as, setting up a goal for Hirving Lozano, in a 2–0 win against Roda JC on 27 August 2017.{{cite news|title=Vroege goals helpen kansrijk PSV langs Roda JC|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/320829/vroege-goals-helpen-kansrijk-psv-langs-roda-jc/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=27 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia was investigated by the KNVB committee after he allegedly spat Denzel Dumfries, which was caught on camera during the club's 3–0 loss against SC Heerenveen on 10 September 2017.{{cite news|title=Zwak PSV krijgt nieuwe jas in Heerenveen|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/zwak-psv-krijgt-nieuwe-jas-in-heerenveen~a978bd55/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=10 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=http://www.knvb.nl/nieuws/betaald-voetbal/eredivisie/37832/aanklager-start-vooronderzoek-naar-incident-locadia|title=AANKLAGER START VOORONDERZOEK NAAR INCIDENT LOCADIA|publisher=KNVB website|language=nl|date=14 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170914052231/http://www.knvb.nl/nieuws/betaald-voetbal/eredivisie/37832/aanklager-start-vooronderzoek-naar-incident-locadia |archive-date=14 September 2017|url-status=live}} After the investigation was conducted, Locadia was cleared by the committee.{{cite news|title='Spugende' Locadia ontloopt straf: geen bewijs voor opzet|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/321592/spugende-locadia-ontloopt-schorsing-geen-bewijs-voor-opzet/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=14 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Two weeks later on 24 September 2017, he scored four goals in a 7–1 victory against FC Utrecht.{{cite news|title=Locadia helpt PSV aan kop na zevenklapper in Utrecht|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/locadia-helpt-psv-aan-kop-na-zevenklapper-in-utrecht~aa533a50/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=24 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{Cite news|url=http://www.skysports.com/football/utrecht-vs-psv/372840|title=FC Utrecht 1–7 PSV Eindhoven|publisher=Sky Sports|date=18 January 2018}}
{{cite web|url=https://nos.nl/artikel/2194602-psv-en-locadia-swingen-zo-winnen-is-alleen-maar-mooi.html|title=PSV en Locadia swingen: zo winnen is alleen maar mooi|publisher=NOS.nl|language=nl|date=24 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181224214424/https://nos.nl/artikel/2194602-psv-en-locadia-swingen-zo-winnen-is-alleen-maar-mooi.html|archive-date=24 December 2018|url-status=live}} After the match, Locadia was named Team of the Week by Voetbal International and Algemeen Dagblad.{{cite news|title=Locadia briljant, El Khayati wederom de held|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/locadia-briljant-el-khayati-wederom-de-held~a241ff31/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=24 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV en Vitesse regeren Elftal van de Week|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/psv-en-vitesse-regeren-elftal-van-de-week~ae0cbdac/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=25 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/demarrage.htm|title=DEMARRAGE|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=25 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124191835/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/demarrage.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}} Three weeks later on 15 October 2017, he scored his sixth goal of the season, in a 5–2 win against VVV-Venlo.{{cite news|title=PSV dendert door bij VVV-Venlo en zet concurrentie op grote achterstand|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/psv-dendert-door-bij-vvv-venlo-en-zet-concurrentie-op-grote-achterstand~a5795590/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=15 October 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored three goals in two matches between 29 October 2017 and 5 November 2017 against Vitesse (twice) and Twente.{{cite news|title=Overtuigend PSV beleeft beste seizoensstart in deze eeuw|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/overtuigend-psv-beleeft-beste-seizoensstart-in-deze-eeuw~a30634d5/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=29 October 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV lacht het laatst na waanzinnige thuiszege|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/psv-lacht-het-laatst-na-waanzinnige-thuiszege~ab196016/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=5 November 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, during a 3–0 loss against Ajax on 10 December 2017, he suffered a hamstring injury and was substituted in the 12th minute.{{cite news|title=Koploper PSV wordt afgeschminkt in Amsterdam: 3-0|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/koploper-psv-wordt-afgeschminkt-in-amsterdam-3-0~af371faf/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=10 December 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV moet Locadia voorlopig missen|url=https://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/psv-moet-locadia-voorlopig-missen~a57cdaf6/|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=10 December 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} After the match, it was announced that Locadia was out for at least six to eight weeks.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/locadia-voorlopig-uitgeschakeld.htm|title=LOCADIA VOORLOPIG UITGESCHAKELD|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=12 December 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124201806/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/locadia-voorlopig-uitgeschakeld.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia waarschijnlijk 6 tot 8 weken aan de kant|url=https://www.ed.nl/psv/locadia-waarschijnlijk-6-tot-8-weken-aan-de-kant~a901a03b/|publisher=Eindhoven Dagblad|language=nl|date=12 December 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} Up until his injury, he played regularly, scoring nine goals and assisting six in 15 league games (making eighteen appearances in all competitions). Despite his departure, his contributions to PSV Eindhoven in the 2017–18 season saw the club become champions once again.{{cite news|title=Het titelseizoen van PSV in kenmerkende momenten|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/331353/fotospecial-psv/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=15 April 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Throughout the summer transfer window, Locadia agreed to a move to Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers for worth £10 million.{{cite news|title=Locadia in beeld bij Wolves, PSV wijst bod op Bergwijn af|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/321009/locadia-in-beeld-bij-wolves-psv-wijst-bod-op-bergwijn-af/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=31 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, PSV Eindhoven pulled out a deal at the last minutes after they decided to keep him at the club.{{cite news|title=Wolves move for Jurgen Locadia dramatically scrapped by PSV|url=https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/football/wolverhampton-wanderers-fc/2017/08/31/wolves-hope-to-land-psv-striker-jurgen-locadia/|work=Express and Star|date=31 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PSV Eindhoven pull plug on Jurgen Locadia's Wolves move|url=https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11699/11013963/psv-eindhoven-pull-plug-on-jurgen-locadias-wolves-move|publisher=Sky Sports|date=31 August 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia zag transfer afketsen: "Maar blij dat ik hier mag zijn"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/321215/locadia-zag-transfer-afketsen-maar-blij-dat-ik-hier-mag-zijn/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=5 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} It was reported on 18 January 2018 that Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion agreed to sign Locadia.{{Cite news|url=http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11741/11212902/brighton-closing-on-jurgen-locadia-deal-from-psv-eindhoven|title=Brighton closing on Locadia deal|publisher=Sky Sports|date=18 January 2018}} After leaving PSV Eindhoven, he returned to the Philips Stadion and was given a farewell sendoff following an end to the club's match.{{cite web|url=https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/propper-en-locadia-nemen-afscheid-tegen-groningen.htm|title=PRÖPPER EN LOCADIA NEMEN AFSCHEID TEGEN GRONINGEN|publisher=PSV Eindhoven|language=nl|date=2 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210124202359/https://www.psv.nl/nieuwspagina/artikel/propper-en-locadia-nemen-afscheid-tegen-groningen.htm|archive-date=24 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Locadia: "Misschien beter het seizoen bij PSV kunnen afmaken"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/332498/locadia-misschien-beter-het-seizoen-bij-psv-kunnen-afmaken/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=7 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
=Brighton & Hove Albion=
On 18 January 2018, Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion agreed a reported £15 million total fee with PSV for the transfer of Locadia, with £10 million being paid upfront along with £5 million in add-ons.{{Cite news|url=http://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15865537.Albion_closing_in_on_prolific_PSV_striker_Jurgen_Locadia/|title=Brighton and Hove Albion close in on Jurgen Locadia from PSV Eindhoven|publisher=The Argus|author=Andy Naylor|date=18 January 2018}} He signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with the Seagulls the next day, and was given the number 25 shirt.{{Cite news|url=https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/news/2018/january/albion-break-transfer-record-for-striker/|title=Albion break transfer record for striker|publisher=Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club|date=19 January 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180120060634/https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/news/2018/january/albion-break-transfer-record-for-striker/|archive-date=20 January 2018|url-status=live}} Upon signing he reunited with former PSV teammate Davy Pröpper, who joined Brighton in the 2017 summer transfer window.{{cite news|title=Albion boss Chris Hughton tips record signing Jurgen Locadia to stretch rival defences|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15887049.albion-boss-chris-hughton-tips-record-signing-jurgen-locadia-stretch-rival-defences/|publisher=The Argus|date=22 January 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Due to his injury sustained at PSV Eindhoven, his debut was delayed for a month.{{cite news|title=Sparta wil Sam Lammers, maar moet wachten op prognose Jürgen Locadia|url=https://www.ed.nl/psv/sparta-wil-sam-lammers-maar-moet-wachten-op-prognose-jurgen-locadia~a0659a58/|publisher=Eindhoven Dagbladet|language=nl|date=9 January 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Chris Hughton will not rush Locadia into action for Albion|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15898537.chris-hughton-will-not-rush-locadia-action-albion/|publisher=The Argus|date=26 January 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Brighton and Hove Albion record signing Jurgen Locadia trains for first time after injury|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15913924.brighton-hove-albion-record-signing-jurgen-locadia-trains-first-time-injury/|publisher=The Argus|date=1 February 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} On 17 February 2018, Locadia scored on his Brighton debut in a 3–1 FA Cup fifth round win against Coventry City.{{cite web|title=Jürgen Locadia scores on debut in Brighton stroll against Coventry |url=https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/feb/17/brighton-coventry-city-fa-cup-match-report|date=17 February 2018|access-date=17 February 2018|work=The Guardian}} He scored on his Premier League debut a week later on 24 February, netting from close range in the 90th minute of a 4–1 victory against Swansea City, after coming on as a second-half substitute.{{Cite news|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/43094255|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 4–1 Swansea City|publisher=BBC Sport|date=24 February 2018}} However, since joining the club, Locadia found his playing time, mostly coming from the substitute bench.{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia love to give another go|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16131501.jurgen-locadia-love-give-another-go/|publisher=The Argus|date=2 April 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia's substitution was 'tactical' says Albion boss Chris Hughton|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16160998.jurgen-locadias-substitution-tactical-says-albion-boss-chris-hughton/|publisher=The Argus|date=16 April 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Albion manager Chris Hughton delighted with record signing Jurgen Locadia|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16200654.albion-manager-chris-hughton-delighted-record-signing-jurgen-locadia/|publisher=The Argus|date=3 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} As a result, he only made four starts for Brighton.{{cite news|title=Manchester United 2 Brighton and Hove Albion 0: Chris Hughton proud of Seagulls|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16094807.manchester-united-2-brighton-hove-albion-0-chris-hughton-proud-seagulls/|publisher=The Argus|date=10 March 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Brighton and Hove Albion 0–2 Leicester City|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/43524302|publisher=BBC Sport|date=31 March 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Crystal Palace 3–2 Brighton and Hove Albion|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/43678370|publisher=BBC Sport|date=14 April 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}{{cite news|title=Liverpool 4–0 Brighton & Hove Albion|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/44020158|publisher=BBC Sport|date=13 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} At the end of the 2017–18 season, Locadia went on to make eight appearances and scoring two times in all competitions. Following this, Manager Chris Hughton expected to see the player get used more often next season.{{cite news|title=Albion will see best of Jurgen Locadia next season predicts Chris Hughton|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16222988.albion-will-see-best-jurgen-locadia-next-season-predicts-chris-hughton/|publisher=The Argus|date=14 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Glenn Murray tips Albion to show more maturity in Premier League next season|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16259539.glenn-murray-tips-albion-show-maturity-premier-league-next-season/|publisher=The Argus|date=31 May 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Ahead of the 2018–19 season, he was given a number nine shirt following the departure of Sam Baldock.{{cite web|url=https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/news/1269287/albions-201819-squad-numbers-confirmed|title=Albion's 2018/19 Squad Numbers Confirmed|publisher=Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.|date=7 August 2018|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125202745/https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/news/1269287/albions-201819-squad-numbers-confirmed|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} However at the start of the 2018–19 season, Locadia found his playing time, mostly coming from the substitute bench once again, due to his fitness concern.{{cite news|title=Albion boss Chris Hughton will not gamble on strike duo|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16399841.albion-boss-chris-hughton-will-not-gamble-strike-duo/|publisher=The Argus|date=6 August 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Chris Hughton calls for patience with big money duo|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16606815.chris-hughton-calls-patience-big-money-duo/|publisher=The Argus|date=30 August 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Chris Hughton: Our attack is not all about Glenn|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16683786.chris-hughton-attack-not-glenn/|publisher=The Argus|date=3 September 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Relief for Chris Hughton as Florin Andone joins attacking options|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16859787.relief-chris-hughton-florin-andone-joins-attacking-options/|publisher=The Argus|date=14 September 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia praised for his efforts at City|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16951506.jurgen-locadia-praised-efforts-city/|publisher=The Argus|date=1 October 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} By November, he said in an interview with De Telegraaf and expressed his desire to leave Brighton & Hove Albion after receiving lack of first team opportunities.{{cite news|title=Locadia ongelukkig met zijn speelminuten en wil weg bij Brighton|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/341588/locadia-ongelukkig-met-zijn-speelminuten-en-wil-weg-bij-brighton/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=15 November 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} This led Manager Hughton respond to his comment, saying that Locadia's statement was taken out of context, though he understood that the player wanted to play more.{{cite news|title=Manager van Brighton: "Uitspraken Locadia uit verband gerukt"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/341966/manager-van-brighton-uitspraken-locadia-uit-verband-gerukt/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=22 November 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} Amid to his future at the club, he scored his first goal of the season, equalising Brighton's first goal of the game, in a 1–1 draw against Arsenal on 26 December 2018.{{cite news|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 1–1 Arsenal|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/46615147|publisher=BBC Sport|date=26 December 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} In a follow–up match against Everton, Locadia played the whole match and scored the winning goal, in a 1–0 win.{{cite news|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/46656878|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Everton: Locadia strike proves decisive for hosts - BBC Sport|publisher=BBC Sport|date=29 December 2018|access-date=29 December 2018}} As a result, he announced his intention to stay at the club beyond the 2018–19 season.{{cite news|title=Striker Jurgen Locadia is going nowhere says Albion boss|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17320689.striker-jurgen-locadia-going-nowhere-says-albion-boss/|publisher=The Argus|date=27 December 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia: I never wanted to leave|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17326718.jurgen-locadia-never-wanted-leave/|publisher=The Argus|date=30 December 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} Two months later on 16 February 2019, Locadia scored the winning goal when he tap in the rebound after Yves Bissouma had hit the post with a shot from the edge of the box, in a 2–1 win against Derby County to advance to the next round of the FA Cup.{{cite news|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 2–1 Derby County|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/47180806|publisher=BBC Sport|date=16 February 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}} On 17 March 2019, Locadia scored in the FA Cup quarter final away against Millwall. His goal gave Brighton a lifeline putting them just a goal behind at The Den. A few minutes later Solly March scored a last gasp free kick making it 2–2 and to take it to extra time. The game stayed level throughout extra time and Brighton went to win on penalties 5–4 (in which Locadia and March both scored in) to take them to Wembley.{{Cite news|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/47512116|title=Millwall 2–2 Brighton (pens 4-5): Brighton into FA Cup semi-finals on penalties - BBC Sport|publisher=BBC Sport|date=17 March 2019}} Despite receiving more playing time, Locadia, however, continued to fail to score more goals for the rest of the 2018–19 season, as the club avoided relegation.{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia misses big chance to make impact for Albion|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17286702.jurgen-locadia-misses-big-chance-make-impact-albion/|publisher=The Argus|date=10 December 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Chris Hughton says it can still happen for Jurgen Locadia|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17300105.chris-hughton-says-can-still-happen-jurgen-locadia/|publisher=The Argus|date=15 December 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Andone's ban has left Albion light up front admits boss|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17425157.andones-ban-left-albion-light-front-admits-boss/|publisher=The Argus|date=12 February 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia faces fight to win Albion place back|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17475169.jurgen-locadia-faces-fight-win-albion-place-back/|publisher=The Argus|date=5 March 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cardiff 2–3 Crystal Palace: Bluebirds relegated from Premier League after defeat – BBC Sport|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/48075159|publisher=BBC Sport|date=4 May 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}} Despite suffering from injuries further, he went on to make thirty–three appearances and scoring four times in all competitions at the end of the 2018–19 season.{{cite news|title=Nailed It: Albion relying too much on Glenn Murray|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17441691.nailed-albion-relying-much-glenn-murray/|publisher=The Argus|date=19 February 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Late decisions for Albion on injuries ahead of Leicester clash|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17456800.late-decisions-albion-injuries-ahead-leicester-clash/|publisher=The Argus|date=25 February 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia battling against injury for Albion|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17550701.jurgen-locadia-battling-injury-albion/|publisher=The Argus|date=4 April 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Having made two appearances for The Seagulls at the start of the 2019–20 season, Locadia was told by new Manager Graham Potter that he can leave the club, as his first team opportunities was expected to be limited.{{cite news|title=How Albion's players rated at Watford|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17829837.albions-players-rated-watford/|publisher=The Argus|date=10 August 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Albion Analysis: A fun day in the getting-to-know-you process|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17845297.albion-analysis-fun-day-getting-to-know-you-process/|publisher=The Argus|date=18 August 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Albion v Southampton: How they rated|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17859752.albion-v-southampton-rated/|publisher=The Argus|date=25 August 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Aaron Connolly could get chance to stake claim|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17860238.aaron-connolly-get-chance-stake-claim/|publisher=The Argus|date=26 August 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia loan deal a possibility as he sits out cup tie|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/17863873.jurgen-locadia-loan-deal-possibility-sits-cup-tie/|publisher=The Argus|date=27 August 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
==1899 Hoffenheim (loan)==
It was announced on 29 August 2019 that Locadia signed for Bundesliga side Hoffenheim on a season-long loan.{{Cite news|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/49511107|title=Jürgen Locadia: Brighton striker joins Hoffenheim on season-long loan|publisher=BBC Sport|date=29 August 2019}}
Two days later on 31 August 2019, he made his debut coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 away draw against Bayer 04 Leverkusen.{{cite web|website=Bundesliga|title=Bayer Leverkusen held by stubborn Hoffenheim|url=https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/bayer-leverkusen-hoffenheim-live-line-ups-stats-havertz-leon-bailey-skov-6572|access-date=31 August 2019|date=31 August 2019}} However, Locadia missed one match due to an abdominal Influenza.{{cite web|url=https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/09/schreuder-haben-wieder-selbstvertrauen-gewonnen/|title=SCHREUDER: "HABEN WIEDER SELBSTVERTRAUEN GEWONNEN"|website=1899 Hoffenheim|language=de|date=26 September 2019|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125205645/https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/09/schreuder-haben-wieder-selbstvertrauen-gewonnen/|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} He returned to the first team, coming on as a 68th-minute substitute, in a 3–0 loss against Borussia Mönchengladbach on 28 September 2019.{{cite web|url=https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/09/bittere-niederlage-gegen-gladbach/|title=BITTERE NIEDERLAGE GEGEN GLADBACH|website=1899 Hoffenheim|language=de|date=28 September 2019|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125205614/https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/09/bittere-niederlage-gegen-gladbach/|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} Locadia then scored three goals in three consecutive matches between 26 October 2019 and 8 November 2019 against Hertha BSC, SC Paderborn and 1. FC Köln.{{cite news|title=Hübner nutzt Herthas Standardschwäche|url=https://www.kicker.de/hertha-gegen-hoffenheim-2019-bundesliga-4588734/analyse|website=Kicker|language=de|date=26 October 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Hoffenheims Serie hält gegen harmlose Paderborner|url=https://www.kicker.de/hoffenheim-gegen-paderborn-2019-bundesliga-4588744/analyse|website=Kicker|language=de|date=1 November 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=VAR trifft FC in Herz - Locadia entscheidet Spiel in letzter Sekunde|url=https://www.kicker.de/koeln-gegen-hoffenheim-2019-bundesliga-4588755/analyse|website=Kicker|language=de|date=8 November 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}} Following this, he stated his desire to stay at the club by turning a move into a permanent deal.{{cite news|title=Locadia: "Ik sta zeker open voor een langer verblijf in Duitsland"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/359044/locadia-ik-sta-zeker-open-voor-een-langer-verblijf-in-duitsland/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=13 November 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}} A month later on 13 December 2019, Locadia scored his fourth goal for 1899 Hoffenheim, in a 4–2 loss against FC Augsburg.{{cite news|title=Niederlechner bereitet vier Treffer vor: Augsburg siegt eiskalt|url=https://www.kicker.de/hoffenheim-gegen-augsburg-2019-bundesliga-4588786/analyse|website=Kicker|language=de|date=13 December 2019|access-date=29 January 2021}} Seven days later on 20 December 2019 against Borussia Dortmund, he set up the club's equalising goal, as 1899 Hoffenheim won 2–1.{{cite web|url=https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/12/tsg-gewinnt-nach-rueckstand-gegen-dortmund/|title=TSG GEWINNT NACH RÜCKSTAND GEGEN DORTMUND|website=1899 Hoffenheim|language=de|date=20 December 2019|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125212736/https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/12/tsg-gewinnt-nach-rueckstand-gegen-dortmund/|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} It was announced on 31 January 2020 that Locadia's loan spell at the club ended and returned to his parent club.{{cite web|url=https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2020/01/jacob-bruun-larsen-kommt-locadia-leihe-beendet/|title=JACOB BRUUN LARSEN KOMMT - LOCADIA-LEIHE BEENDET|website=1899 Hoffenheim|language=de|date=31 January 2019|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125212729/https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2020/01/jacob-bruun-larsen-kommt-locadia-leihe-beendet/|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} By the time he left 1899 Hoffenheim, Locadia went on to make twelve appearances and scoring four times.
==FC Cincinnati (loan)==
File:Jürgen Locadia.jpg against D.C. United on 21 August 2020.]]
On 3 February 2020, Locadia joined Major League Soccer side FC Cincinnati as a Designated Player on a five-month loan with an option to buy.{{cite web|website=fccincinnati.com|title=Jurgen Locadia acquired on loan as Designated Player|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/02/03/jurgen-locadia-acquired-loan-designated-player|access-date=3 February 2020|date=3 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200203232017/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/02/03/jurgen-locadia-acquired-loan-designated-player|archive-date=3 February 2020|url-status=live}}
He made his MLS debut on 1 March 2020 in the season opener against the New York Red Bulls and scored his first goal in the 3–2 defeat.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/03/01/comeback-falls-short-season-opener|title=Comeback falls short in season opener|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=1 March 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125213515/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/03/01/comeback-falls-short-season-opener|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/03/02/locadia-shines-mls-debut|title=Locadia shines in MLS debut|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=2 March 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125213359/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/03/02/locadia-shines-mls-debut|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} The season was suspended later that month due to the COVID-19 pandemic in North America, following the cancellation of several matches.{{cite press release|date=12 March 2020|url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/03/12/major-league-soccer-suspends-season-30-days-impact-coronavirus|title=MLS suspends 2020 season for 30 days due to coronavirus|publisher=Major League Soccer|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-date=13 March 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200313011509/https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/03/12/major-league-soccer-suspends-season-30-days-impact-coronavirus|url-status=dead}} FC Cincinnati announced on 19 June 2020 that his loan spell was extended for the rest of the 2020 season.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/06/19/fc-cincy-extend-locadias-loan|title=Locadia's loan extends to June 2021|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=19 June 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125220524/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/06/19/fc-cincy-extend-locadias-loan|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} Locadia suffered a quad injury that keep him out for several weeks during preparations for the league's resumption of play.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/01/5-storylines-mls-back-tournament|title= 5 storylines at MLS is Back Tournament|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=1 July 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125215046/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/01/5-storylines-mls-back-tournament|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Jaap Stam: FC Cincinnati forward Jurgen Locadia could miss "a couple weeks" with thigh injury|url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/07/07/jaap-stam-fc-cincinnati-forward-jurgen-locadia-could-miss-couple-weeks-thigh-injury|publisher=Major League Soccer|date=7 July 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}} In the MLS is Back Tournament against the Portland Timbers on 28 July 2020, he returned to the first team from injury as a substitute in the 74th minute and scored his second goal for the club by converting a penalty in the 81st minute. The goal tied the match at 1-1 and helped send Cincinnati to a penalty shootout, but Locadia had his shot blocked; Cincinnati lost 4–2 in the shootout and was eliminated from the tournament's knockout stage.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/29/fcc-show-progress-mls-back-tournament|title=FCC show progress in MLS is Back Tournament|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=28 July 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125214445/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/29/fcc-show-progress-mls-back-tournament|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}}
Locadia regained his first team place as the club's first choice striker as regular season play resumed.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/08/frontline-loaded-attacking-options|title=Frontline loaded with attacking options|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=8 July 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125215044/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/07/08/frontline-loaded-attacking-options|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=FC Cincinnati GM Gerard Nijkamp details club's summer transfer window plans|url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/08/13/fc-cincinnati-gm-gerard-nijkamp-details-clubs-summer-transfer-window-plans|publisher=Major League Soccer|date=13 August 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Talking Tactics: Three things FC Cincinnati can do to score more goals|url=https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/2020/08/31/talking-tactics-three-things-fc-cincinnati-can-do-to-score-more-goals/|publisher=Cincinnati Soccer Talk|date=31 August 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Talking Tactics: What Vazquez does for FC Cincinnati|url=https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/2020/09/21/talking-tactics-what-vazquez-does-for-fc-cincinnati/|publisher=Cincinnati Soccer Talk|date=21 September 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}} In September, he stated his frustration at being unable to score goals.{{cite news|title=FC Cincinnati's Jurgen Locadia: I'm pissed off when I don't score|url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/09/18/fc-cincinnatis-jurgen-locadia-im-pissed-when-i-dont-score-0|publisher=Major League Soccer|date=18 September 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia suffered a hamstring injury during a 3–0 loss against Philadelphia Union on 7 October 2020 and missed three matches as a result.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/10/08/fc-cincy-fall-philadelphia-union|title=FC Cincy fall to Philadelphia Union|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=8 October 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201022010819/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/10/08/fc-cincy-fall-philadelphia-union|archive-date=22 October 2020|url-status=live}}
{{cite news|title=Injuries mount as FC Cincinnati fall 0-3 at Philadelphia Union|url=https://cincinnatisoccertalk.com/2020/10/08/injuries-mount-as-fc-cincinnati-fall-0-3-at-philadelphia-union/|publisher=Cincinnati Soccer Talk|date=8 October 2020|access-date=29 January 2021}} He then made his return to the first team against Minnesota United on 25 October 2020, coming on as a 58th-minute substitute in a 1–0 loss.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/10/24/fc-cincy-fall-minnesota|title=FC Cincy fall to Minnesota|publisher=FC Cincinnati|date=25 October 2020|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125222157/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/10/24/fc-cincy-fall-minnesota|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} By the end of the 2020 season, Locadia had made seventeen appearances and scored once in all competitions.
Ahead of the 2021 season, Locadia's loan spell with FC Cincinnati was extended until on 30 June 2021.{{cite web|url=https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/06/19/fc-cincy-extend-locadias-loan|title=Locadia's loan extends to June 2021|date=19 June 2020|work=FC Cincinnati|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200626115137/https://www.fccincinnati.com/post/2020/06/19/fc-cincy-extend-locadias-loan|archive-date=26 June 2020|url-status=live}} On 18 June 2021, it was announced that Cincinnati would not make Locadia's loan move permanent.{{cite web| url = https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/fc-cincinnati-won-t-pick-up-jurgen-locadia-s-purchase-option| title = FC Cincinnati won't pick up Jurgen Locadia's purchase option {{!}} MLSSoccer.com}}
==Return to the Albion==
He made his first Brighton appearance in over two years on 22 September 2021, coming on as a 76th-minute substitute for double goalscorer Aaron Connolly in the 2–0 home victory over Swansea City in the EFL Cup third round.{{cite web |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/58566907|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 Swansea City: Aaron Connolly double sends Seagulls through - BBC Sport|date=22 September 2021|access-date=22 September 2021|publisher=BBC Sport}} Locadia made his first start for the club since his return on 27 October, playing the full match in the eventual penalty shootout defeat away at Leicester in the EFL Cup.{{cite web |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/58976543|title=Leicester City 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion: Foxes win 4-2 on penalties - BBC Sport|publisher=BBC Sport |date=27 October 2021 |access-date=27 October 2021}} Three days later, he made his return to a Premier League matchday squad where he remained as an unused substitute in a 2–2 away draw at Liverpool.{{cite web |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59019334|title=Liverpool 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion: Reds held after stirring Brighton fightback - BBC Sport|publisher=BBC Sport |date=30 October 2021 |access-date=30 October 2021}} He made his first Premier League appearance in over two years on 27 November, coming on as a 68th-minute substitute replacing Neal Maupay in the 0–0 home draw against Leeds United.{{cite web |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59356978|title=Brighton & Hove Albion 0-0 Leeds United: Seagulls waste chances as winless run continues - BBC Sport|publisher=BBC Sport |date=27 November 2021 |access-date=27 November 2021}}
=VfL Bochum=
On 6 January 2022, Locadia joined Bundesliga side VfL Bochum on a free transfer, signing a contract until the end of the season.{{cite web|url=https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/news/2440830/jurgen-locadia-makes-move-to-bochum|title=Jurgen Locadia makes move to Bochum|website=www.brightonandhovealbion.com|date=6 January 2022|access-date=19 January 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://www.vfl-bochum.de/news/uebersicht/profis/vfl-verpflichtet-juergen-locadia/|title=VfL verpflichtet Jürgen Locadia|website=www.vfl-bochum.de|language=German|date=6 January 2022|access-date=19 January 2022|archive-date=6 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220106182925/https://www.vfl-bochum.de/news/uebersicht/profis/vfl-verpflichtet-juergen-locadia/|url-status=dead}} He made his debut 10 days later, coming on as substitute in the 1–0 away loss at Mainz 05.{{cite web|url=https://www.vfl-bochum.de/news/uebersicht/profis/nachschlach-m05boc/|title=NACHSCHLACH: #M05BPC - Vfl Bochum 1848|website=www.vfl-bochum.de|language=German|date=16 January 2022|access-date=19 January 2022|archive-date=12 August 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220812210717/https://www.vfl-bochum.de/news/uebersicht/profis/nachschlach-m05boc/|url-status=dead}}
= Persepolis =
File:Persepolis vs Havadar, 5 September 2022 2.jpg against Havadar on 5 September 2022.]]
On 12 August 2022, Locadia joined Persian Gulf Pro League side Persepolis on a one-year deal.{{Cite web |date=2022-08-12 |title=Ex- PSV forward Locadia signs for Persepolis |url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/475552/Ex-PSV-forward-Locadia-signs-for-Persepolis |access-date=2022-08-13 |website=Tehran Times |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2022-08-12 |title=Opmerkelijke stap: Locadia vervolgt loopbaan in Iran |url=https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/854204107/opmerkelijke-stap-locadia-vervolgt-loopbaan-in-iran |access-date=2022-08-13 |website=Telegraaf |language=nl}} Locadia made his debut for the club on 26 August, in a 1–0 away win over Aluminium Arak in Persian Gulf Pro League.{{Cite web |date=2022-08-26 |title=ترکیب پرسپولیس مقابل آلومینیوم مشخص شد/ اولین بازی لوکادیا |url=https://www.mehrnews.com/news/5573563/ترکیب-پرسپولیس-مقابل-آلومینیوم-مشخص-شد-اولین-بازی-لوکادیا |access-date=2022-08-31 |website=خبرگزاری مهر {{!}} اخبار ایران و جهان {{!}} Mehr News Agency |language=fa}} Locadia scored his first goal for Persepolis in a 2–0 victory over Naft Abadan on 31 August 2022.{{Cite web |title=لوکادیا و اولین گل؛ گمشده پرسپولیس یافت شد؟ |url=https://www.varzesh3.com/news/1841413/ |access-date=2022-08-31 |website=ورزش سه |language=fa}} On 19 December, Locadia left Iran following the warnings from the Dutch government to its nationals not to remain in Iran during the protests.{{Cite web |date=19 December 2022 |title=Dutch Player Leaves Iran Amid Security Concerns |url=https://www.iranintl.com/en/202212194900 |access-date=2022-08-13 |website=Iran International |language=en}}
= Cangzhou Mighty Lions =
= Amorebieta =
On 4 March 2024, Locadia joined Spanish club SD Amorebieta and returned to European football again.{{cite web |date=2024-03-04 |language=fa |title=یورگن لوکادیا به صورت رسمی به تیم دسته دومی آموریبیتا اسپانیا پیوست. |url=https://www.varzesh3.com/news/2006535 |website=ورزش سه}}
International career
Locadia was eligible to play for either Netherlands or Curaçao, but he ended up playing for Netherlands instead. Due to his limited opportunities to represent his homeland, Curaçao manager Remko Bicentini hinted of making an effort of calling up Locadia and Patrick van Aanholt in March 2017.{{cite web|url=http://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/bondscoach-curacao-aast-op-locadia-en-van-aanholt~abcd5e60/|title=Bondscoach Curaçao aast op Locadia en Van Aanholt|work=Algemeen Dagblad|language=nl|date=14 March 2017|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170416193142/http://www.ad.nl/nederlands-voetbal/bondscoach-curacao-aast-op-locadia-en-van-aanholt~abcd5e60/|archive-date=16 April 2017|url-status=live}} In October 2018, in an interview with De Tafel van Kees, Bicentini revealed that the player had thoughts of representing Curaçao.{{cite news|title=Locadia denkt na over interlandloopbaan bij Curaçao|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/340295/locadia-overweegt-international-van-curacao-te-worden/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=21 October 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
=Youth career=
In September 2009, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U17 for the first time.{{cite news|title=SELECTIE ONDER 17 TELT 22 SPELERS|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/910/selectie-onder-17-telt-22-spelers|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=8 September 2009|access-date=29 January 2021}} He scored his first goal on his U17 debut, in a 2–1 win against France U17 on 24 September 2009.{{cite news|title=ONDER 17 KLOPT FRANKRIJK NU WEL|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/890/onder-17-klopt-frankrijk-nu-wel|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=25 September 2009|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia later scored three more goals for Netherlands U17 by the end of the year.{{cite news|title=EENVOUDIGE ZEGE ONDER 17|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/866/eenvoudige-zege-onder-17|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=22 October 2009|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=ONDER 17 VERLIEST VAN MALTA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/854/onder-17-verliest-van-malta|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=24 October 2009|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=ONDER 17 DOOR NAAR ELITERONDE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/810/onder-17-door-naar-eliteronde|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 October 2009|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia then scored twice in a match, as U17 team beat Ukraine U17 2–0 on 25 March 2010.{{cite news|title=LOCADIA HELPT O-17 LANGS OEKRAÏNE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/3462/locadia-helpt-o-17-langs-oekraïne|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=25 March 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} This was followed up by scoring in a 2–1 win against Georgia U17.{{cite news|title=ONDER 17 OP KOERS VOOR EK-TICKET|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/3418/onder-17-op-koers-voor-ek-ticket|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 March 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} He went on to make eleven appearances and scoring eight times for Netherlands U17.
In November 2010, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U18 squad for the first time.{{cite news|title=SELECTIE OEFENINTERLAND ONDER 18|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-18/15830/selectie-oefeninterland-onder-18|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=8 November 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} He scored on his U18 team debut, as Netherlands U18 beat Romania U18 on 17 November 2010.{{cite news|title=STERK OPTREDEN VAN ONDER 18|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-18/16370/sterk-optreden-van-onder-18|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=17 November 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} This turns out to be Locadia only appearances for the U18 side.
In August 2010, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U19 squad but was placed on standby squad.{{cite news|title=CASTAIGNOS IN SELECTIE ONDER 19|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/11438/castaignos-selectie-onder-19|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=24 August 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} Two months later on 1 October 2010, he was called up to the U19 squad.{{cite news|title=VIJF AJACIEDEN IN SELECTIE O-19|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/13822/vijf-ajacieden-selectie-o-19|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=1 October 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia made his Netherlands U19 debut, coming on as a 73rd-minute substitute, in a 2–0 win against Slovenia U19 on 7 October 2010.{{cite news|title=ONDER 19 NA RUST LANGS SLOVENIË|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/14242/onder-19-na-rust-langs-slovenië|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=7 October 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} In a follow–up match, he made his first start for the U19 side, as Netherlands U19 beat Slovakia U19 2–0.{{cite news|title=ONDER 19 KLOPT OOK SLOWAKIJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/14510/onder-19-klopt-ook-slowakije|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=12 October 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} After a three-month absence, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U19 squad once again and made an appearance for the U19 side against France U19.{{cite news|title=ONDER 19 MET CASTAIGNOS EN DE VRIJ|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/19422/onder-19-met-castaignos-en-de-vrij|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 January 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=ONDER 19 OP VALREEP NAAST FRANKRIJK|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/20086/onder-19-op-valreep-naast-frankrijk|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=9 February 2011|access-date=29 January 2021}} His first goal for the Netherlands U19 came on 25 May 2012 against Norway U19 and scored twice in a 2–1 win.{{cite news|title=ONDER 19 NEEMT EERSTE HORDE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/38178/onder-19-neemt-eerste-horde|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=25 May 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} This was followed up by scoring his third goal for the U19 team, in a 3–0 win against Czech Republic U19.{{cite news|title=EK IN ZICHT VOOR ONDER 19|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-19/38310/ek-zicht-voor-onder-19|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 May 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} He went on to make thirteen appearances and scoring three times for the Netherlands U19.
In August 2012, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U20 for the first time.{{cite news|title=BELOFTEN OEFENEN TEGEN TURKIJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41490/beloften-oefenen-tegen-turkije|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=22 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=BELOFTEN MET 18 MAN NAAR TURKIJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/41822/beloften-met-18-man-naar-turkije|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=31 August 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA VERVANGT CASTAIGNOS|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/42042/locadia-vervangt-castaignos|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=5 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} He made his debut for the U20 side, coming on as a second-half substitute, in a 2–1 loss against Turkey U20 on 8 September 2012.{{cite news|title=BELOFTENELFTAL ONDERUIT IN TURKIJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/42202/beloftenelftal-onderuit-turkije|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=8 September 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia later made two more appearances for Netherlands U20, totalling three appearances for the U20 side.{{cite news|title=BELOFTEN MET TIEN MAN ONDERUIT|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/43362/beloften-met-tien-man-onderuit|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=11 October 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=WEER VERLIES VOOR BELOFTENELFTAL|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-beloftenelftal/43562/weer-verlies-voor-beloftenelftal|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=15 October 2012|access-date=29 January 2021}}
In January 2013, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands U21 squad for the first time.{{cite news|title=JONG ORANJE OEFENT TEGEN KROATIË|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/46542/jong-oranje-oefent-tegen-kroatië|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=23 January 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=VIJF DEBUTANTEN IN JONG ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/46802/vijf-debutanten-jong-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=1 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} He scored on his U21 debut against Croatia U21 on 5 February 2013 and helped Netherlands U21 win 3–2.{{cite news|title=DEBUTANTEN SCHIETEN JO NAAR ZEGE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/47006/debutanten-schieten-jo-naar-zege|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=5 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia was shortlisted for the U21 squad for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, as he expected to be included in the squad for the tournament.{{cite news|title=WILLEMS NIEUW BIJ JONG ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/48214/willems-nieuw-bij-jong-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=15 March 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=VOORLOPIGE EK-SELECTIE JONG ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/50026/voorlopige-ek-selectie-jong-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=6 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA WIL 'BOODSCHAP AFGEVEN'|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/50314/locadia-wil-boodschap-afgeven|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=21 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, Locadia suffered a groin injury during a 3–1 win against Australia U20 on 24 May 2013 and was replaced by Danny Hoesen.{{cite news|title=JONG ORANJE VERSLAAT AUSTRALIË|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/50450/jong-oranje-verslaat-australië|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=24 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=DANNY HOESEN VERVANGT LOCADIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/50502/danny-hoesen-vervangt-locadia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 May 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Despite this, he later made four more appearances for Netherlands U21 by the end of the year, including a red card against Slovakia U21 on 14 November 2013.{{cite news|title=JONG ORANJE VERLIEST IN TSJECHIË|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/52830/jong-oranje-verliest-tsjechië|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=14 August 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=OPNIEUW ZEGE JONG ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/53474/opnieuw-zege-jong-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=9 September 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=PUNTVERLIES VOOR JO IN SLOWAKIJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/55270/puntverlies-voor-jo-slowakije|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=14 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Locadia made two more appearances for the U21 side throughout 2014, totalling his Netherlands U21 appearance to seven.{{cite news|title=TELEURSTELLEND VERLIES JONG ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/57094/teleurstellend-verlies-jong-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=5 March 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=ZWAK JO ONDERUIT TEGEN GEORGIË|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/59686/zwak-jo-onderuit-tegen-georgië|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=4 September 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
=Senior career=
In May 2014, Locadia was initially in a shortlist for the senior Netherlands squad for the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.{{cite news|title=SELECTIE OEFENSTAGE ORANJE BEKEND|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/57650/selectie-oefenstage-oranje-bekend|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=5 May 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, he suffered a groin injury while training for the national team and was replaced by Marco van Ginkel.{{cite news|title=VAN GINKEL VERVANGT LOCADIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/57686/van-ginkel-vervangt-locadia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=7 May 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}} The following November, Locadia received his first call-up to the Netherlands squad for the first time.{{cite news|title=Locadia called into Netherlands squad for first time|url=http://www.football-oranje.com/locadia-called-into-netherlands-squad-for-first-time/|access-date=22 March 2016|publisher=football-oranje.com|date=15 November 2015}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA VERVANGT ELIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/64330/locadia-vervangt-elia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=15 November 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}} He was called up again in March 2016 for friendlies against France and England.{{cite news|title=VOORSELECTIE ORANJE: 28 SPELERS|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/65138/voorselectie-oranje-28-spelers|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=9 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=JANSSEN EN LETSCHERT IN ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/65242/janssen-en-letschert-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=18 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, Locadia had to pull out with an injury.{{cite news|title=Karsdorp called up as four pull out of Netherlands squad|url=http://www.football-oranje.com/karsdorp-called-four-pull-netherlands-squad/|access-date=22 March 2016|publisher=football-oranje.com|date=20 March 2016}}
{{cite news|title=VIERTAL HAAKT AF BIJ ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/65290/viertal-haakt-af-bij-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=21 March 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}} Throughout 2016 and 2017, he later pulled from the national team squad on three occasions, due to his recurring injury problems.{{cite news|title=LOCADIA HAAKT AF BIJ ORANJE|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/65966/locadia-haakt-af-bij-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=22 May 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=LOCADIA MELDT ZICH AF VOOR STAGE EN WEDSTRIJDEN ORANJE|url=http://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/69421/locadia-meldt-zich-af-voor-stage-en-wedstrijden-oranje|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=23 May 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=OOK DOST EN LOCADIA HAKEN AF; DE JONG OPGEROEPEN|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/71062/ook-dost-en-locadia-haken-af-de-jong-opgeroepen|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=6 November 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} In September 2017, Locadia was called up to the Netherlands squad but appeared as an unused substitute against Belarus and Sweden.{{cite news|title=RYAN BABEL EN JÜRGEN LOCADIA IN SELECTIE NEDERLANDS ELFTAL|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/nederlands-elftal/70743/selectie-oranje-voor-wk-kwalificatieduels-tegen-wit-rusland-en-zweden|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=29 September 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Style of play
When Locadia started playing football, he didn't play as a striker, saying: "I used to be an offside player. In the C-youth the trainer put me at the center. For the time being that is going well for me."{{cite news|title=LOCADIA WIL GRAAG BERBATOV ACHTERNA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jeugd-mannen-onder-17/3086/locadia-wil-graag-berbatov-achterna|publisher=OnSoranje|language=nl|date=9 March 2010|access-date=29 January 2021}} Wim Kieft said about Locadia's performance: "He has the qualities with his kicking technique to make at least fifteen to twenty and maybe even thirty in the premier division every year, provided he is used properly."{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/22082302/__Kieft___Cocu_maakt_basisfout___.html|title=Kieft: 'Cocu maakt basisfout'|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=23 November 2013|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131123144636/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/22082302/__Kieft___Cocu_maakt_basisfout___.html|archive-date=23 November 2013|url-status=live}}
Manager Advocaat also praised Locadia's performance, calling him a "great striker".{{cite news|title=ADVOCAAT LOOFT LOCADIA|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/47694/advocaat-looft-locadia|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=27 February 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} Teammate Georginio Wijnaldum was impressed with his performance, saying: "When he's finishing, everyone looks up to him. Jürgen scores very easily, the easiest of all of us. When we shoot after practice, he says: ‘'OK. , I want it at the bottom right.'’ And then he also hits the ball at the bottom right. And hard huh. It's incredible that he can do that at such a young age".{{cite news|title=IEDEREEN KIJKT TEGEN LOCADIA OP|url=https://www.onsoranje.nl/nieuws/jong-oranje/47750/iedereen-kijkt-tegen-locadia-op|publisher=OnsOranje|language=nl|date=1 March 2013|access-date=29 January 2021}} As Locadia was getting first team football at PSV Eindhoven, he said: "I am more playable than before and win more games. That is important for the team, which has time to join. I also feel better than at the start of the season. You have to prove every week that you belong. That starts with hard work. Defending starts at the front. It can be tough, because sometimes you end up on an island between two defenders and you walk from one to the other. Because you put all that energy into defending, you can miss just that one percent freshness in the finish. You have to find balance in that."{{cite web|url=http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/22260570/__Locadia_blij_met_concurrentie__.html|title=Locadia blij met concurrentie|work=De Telegraaf|language=nl|date=1 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203071858/http://www.telegraaf.nl/telesport/voetbal/psv/22260570/__Locadia_blij_met_concurrentie__.html|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} Manager Phillip Cocu said that his performance is improving and getting better and better, as well as, his development in the position Locadia played in.{{cite news|title=Cocu: 'Locadia gaat steeds beter spelen'|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/32823/Cocu-'Locadia-gaat-steeds-beter-spelen'|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=8 February 2014|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu over Locadia: "Blij dat hij zich zo heeft ontwikkeld"|url=https://www.fcupdate.nl/voetbalnieuws/296174/cocu-over-locadia-blij-dat-hij-zich-zo-heeft-ontwikkeld/|publisher=FC Update|language=nl|date=16 April 2016|access-date=29 January 2021}}
{{cite news|title=Cocu vol lof over ontwikkeling Locadia|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/43170/Cocu-vol-lof-over-ontwikkeling-Locadia|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=18 November 2017|access-date=29 January 2021}} However, he later criticised the player for his lack of emotions while under better control.{{cite news|title=Cocu: Locadia moet emoties beter onder controle houden|url=https://psv.supporters.nl/nieuws/artikel/37137/Cocu-Locadia-moet-emoties-beter-onder-controle-houden|publisher=PSV Supporters News|language=nl|date=24 October 2015|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Locadia acknowledged that he doesn't do headers, saying: "I wanted to head it diagonally, but I'm not good at headers. I need to practise, I don't like headers. I am better shooting than heading. Most of my goals in Holland were shots, not headers."{{cite news|title=Albion striker Jurgen Locadia planning heading practise after missed chance against Manchester United|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16094979.albion-striker-jurgen-locadia-planning-heading-practise-missed-chance-manchester-united/|publisher=The Argus|date=18 March 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}
Personal life
Locadia idolised Dimitar Berbatov and Ruud van Nistelrooy growing up and supported Manchester United.{{cite news|title=Albion striker poised to face his boyhood heroes Manchester United|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/16090907.albion-striker-poised-face-boyhood-heroes-manchester-united/|publisher=The Argus|date=16 March 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} Growing up, however, his father left him when he was two years old, leaving his mother to raise him and three younger sisters.{{cite news|title=Jurgen Locadia on growing up fast and his life changing move to Brighton and Hove Albion|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15891255.jurgen-locadia-growing-fast-life-changing-move-brighton-hove-albion/|publisher=The Argus|date=24 January 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}{{cite news|title=Albion Striker Jurgen Locadia admits football saved him from life of crime|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/15998063.albion-striker-jurgen-locadia-admits-football-saved-life-crime/|publisher=The Argus|date=15 February 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}}{{cite news|title=Trotse PSV-moeders vertellen over hun zoons: 'PSV is zijn tweede moeder'|url=https://www.omroepbrabant.nl/nieuws/192723/Trotse-PSV-moeders-vertellen-over-hun-zoons-PSV-is-zijn-tweede-moeder|publisher=Omroep Brabant|language=nl|date=17 April 2015|access-date=17 March 2019}} Because his mother didn't have a driving license, Locadia had to travel to the training ground by train when he was a youth prospect with Emmen and Willem II.
Locadia reflected on his childhood, saying: "We had no money and minimal resources. I always remember what she (his mother) has done for me. We were sometimes hungry. As a child you grow up quickly if your family is suffering. That hurt me and, as the only man in the family and the eldest of four, I felt a duty to my mother and sisters. I blamed myself. Meanwhile, I have forgiven myself for that time." He revealed that he had his first tattoos when he was fifteen and since have lots, including one of his late grandmother.{{cite web|url=https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/12/mein-tattoo-mit-juergen-locadia/|title=MEIN TATTOO MIT JÜRGEN LOCADIA|website=1899 Hoffenheim|language=de|date=28 December 2019|access-date=29 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125211734/https://www.tsg-hoffenheim.de/aktuelles/news/2019/12/mein-tattoo-mit-juergen-locadia/|archive-date=25 January 2021|url-status=live}} Locadia later credited football as a way from a life of crime.
=Musical career=
Locadia is also known as a DJ and has cited Diplo and Major Lazer as his influences.{{cite web|url=https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/brightons-record-14m-signing-jurgen-12052817|title=Brighton's record £14m signing Jurgen Locadia is a rapper - and has released three singles in past year|work=Daily Mirror|date=19 February 2018|access-date=12 December 2018}}{{cite news|title=Locadia will hope to be on song for Seagulls|url=https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/16029595.locadia-will-hope-song-seagulls/|publisher=The Argus|date=17 February 2018|access-date=29 January 2021}} In June 2017, he released his debut singles, "Take Off" and "Epok".
Career statistics
=Club=
{{updated|26 August 2023|{{cite web|url=https://int.soccerway.com/players/jurgen-locadia/158589/|title=Netherlands – J. Locadia – Profile with news, career statistics and history – Soccerway|website=int.soccerway.com}}{{cite web|url=http://www.psv.nl/english-psv/team/player/jurgen-locadia.htm|title=Jürgen Locadia|website=psv.nl|date=July 2015|access-date=11 April 2017|archive-date=19 January 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180119120050/http://www.psv.nl/english-psv/team/player/jurgen-locadia.htm|url-status=dead}}}}
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| rowspan="2"|Club
!rowspan="2"|Season !colspan="3"|League !colspan="2"|National Cup !colspan="2"|League Cup !colspan="2"|Continental !colspan="2"|Other !colspan="2"|Total | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals |
| rowspan="8"|PSV Eindhoven
|0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | colspan="2"|— | 0 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | 2 | 1 | |||
| 2012–13
|Eredivisie |15 | 6 | 5 | 5 | colspan="2"|— | 2Appearances in UEFA Europa League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 11 | ||
| 2013–14
|Eredivisie |31 | 13 | 2 | 3 | colspan="2"|— | 8Three appearances one goal in UEFA Champions League, five appearances in Europa League | 1 | colspan="2"|— | 41 | 17 | |||
| 2014–15
|Eredivisie |23 | 6 | 3 | 2 | colspan="2"|— | 10 | 1 | colspan="2"|— | 36 | 9 | |||
| 2015–16
|Eredivisie |29 | 8 | 4 | 3 | colspan="2"|— | 8Appearances in Champions League | 1 | 1 | 0 | 42 | 12 | ||
| 2016–17
|Eredivisie |14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | 0 | 0 | 1Appearance in Johan Cruyff Shield | 0 | 15 | 3 | ||
| 2017–18
|Eredivisie |15 | 9 | 1 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 9 | ||
| colspan="2"|Total
!127 | 45 | 17 | 14 | colspan="2"|— | 30 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 176 | 62 | ||
| rowspan="5"|Brighton & Hove Albion
|2017–18{{soccerbase season|62882|2017|access-date=18 February 2019}} |6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 8 | 2 | ||||
| 2018–19{{soccerbase season|62882|2018|access-date=18 February 2019}}
|Premier League |26 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 33 | 4 | |||
| 2019–20{{soccerbase season|62882|2019|access-date=22 September 2021}}
|Premier League |2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 2 | 0 | |||
| 2021–22{{soccerbase season|62882|2021|access-date=22 September 2021}}
|Premier League |1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 3 | 0 | |||
| colspan="2"|Total
!35 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46 | 6 | |
| 1899 Hoffenheim (loan)
|11 | 4 | 1 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 12 | 4 | ||||
| rowspan="3"|FC Cincinnati (loan)
|2020 |MLS |17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2|— | colspan="2|— | 1Appearance in the MLS is Back Tournament knockout stage | 1 | 18 | 2 | |||
| 2021
|MLS |9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2|— | colspan="2|— | colspan="2|— | 9 | 1 | ||||
| colspan="2"|Total
!26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 3 | |
| VfL Bochum
|Bundesliga |11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 13 | 2 | ||||
| Persepolis
|9 | 6 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 9 | 6 | ||||
| Cangzhou Mighty Lions
|2023 |24 | 7 | 0 | 0 | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | colspan="2"|— | 24 | 7 | ||||
| colspan="3"|Career total
!243 | 69 | 28 | 17 | 3 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 307 | 90 |
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Honours
Discography
=EPs=
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| scope="row"| Purple Art EP{{cite web|url=https://music.apple.com/us/album/purple-art-ep/1411448082|title=Purple Art EP by Locadia|work=iTunes|date=23 July 2018|access-date=12 December 2018}}
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=Singles=
References
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External links
- [http://www.vi.nl/spelers/carriere/jurgen-locadia.htm Voetbal International profile] {{in lang|nl}}
- [https://web.archive.org/web/20141022094611/http://www.onsoranje.nl/team-statistieken/teams/speler/25/50a3c219-d6918897-748628 Netherlands U21 stats] at OnsOranje
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Locadia, Jurgen}}
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