The 2013-14 campaign was a pivotal season of transition and youth for PSV as The Boeren, under new manager Phillip Cocu, secured a 4th-place Eredivisie finish and European qualification. The season was defined by the sale of experienced stars and a focus on developing prodigious talents like Memphis Depay and Georginio Wijnaldum. Leading the domestic attack was young forward Jürgen Locadia, whose 13 goals proved vital for the team's European push. It was a foundational year that, despite an early Champions League exit to AC Milan, marked the true beginning of the club's next great era.