PSG Talk

PSG may be widening its talent search to England after meeting with several Premier League sides in 2025, including Manchester City, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur.

One player now on the radar is Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. TBR Football recently reported that Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United have all been closely monitoring Wharton as progress continues.

If Wharton chooses to take the next step, overseas interest is expected to be strong. Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and PSG are all said to be keeping tabs on the situation.

Mirror Football has also reported that Wharton wants Champions League football at the next stop of his career.

As a result, Manchester United currently see Wharton as a priority target. PSG, meanwhile, are regular Champions League participants under Luis Enrique, which could give the French club an edge.

Tottenham Look to Pursue Adam Wharton in 2026

Nonetheless, Premier League clubs are keen on keeping Wharton in England. On Sunday, TEAMtalk reported, citing sources, that Tottenham Hotspur are interested in stepping up their pursuit of Wharton in 2026.

Tottenham showed early interest in Wharton during the last transfer window, but Crystal Palace shut the door on any discussions. The club had no intention of listening to offers, even as Manchester United, Chelsea and Real Madrid kept close tabs on the situation.

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The report adds that Crystal Palace leadership are still intent on holding onto the highly rated midfielder, even with manager Oliver Glasner and standout defender Marc Guehi both widely tipped to move on.

However, there is an understanding within the club that Wharton could be sold if a suitable offer is made.

PSG have focused on strengthening their central defense in recent transfer windows, bringing in young talents like William Pacho and Illia Zabarnyi to build the next generation of defenders.

Meanwhile, Marquinhos’ tenure at the club is gradually winding down. Lucas Hernandez has struggled with injuries and, like Marquinhos, is approaching the later stages of his career.

In April, Le Parisien reported that sporting advisor Luis Campos traveled to Italy to scout several players, including Mario Gila, during Lazio’s match against Bodo Glimt. The center-back was reportedly on PSG’s radar as a potential summer signing.

Premier League Clubs Continue to Eye PSG-Linked Player

Nonetheless, if Gila is still an option for Campos and Luis Enrique, they face significant competition for the player. Il Messaggero reports that Bournemouth and Chelsea are both interested in Lazio’s 25-year-old Spanish defender.

Back in October, CaughtOffside revealed that Tottenham Hotspur had begun considering a January approach for Gila, viewing the defender as a realistic option to strengthen Thomas Frank’s defense.

The report also noted that Spurs are not alone in that pursuit. Crystal Palace, Brighton, and Everton have all kept tabs on the Spaniard, while interest was already strong in the summer. Brighton and Bournemouth were both said to have contacted Gila’s camp at the time as they weighed possible additions at the back.

PSG appear set to strengthen their attack as the winter transfer window approaches. Luis Enrique’s squad has struggled with injuries following the 2024-25 season and the FIFA Club World Cup over the summer.

With a packed schedule and campaigns across three competitions heading into 2026, adding depth in key areas has become a priority for the Parisians.

On top of that, PSG are reportedly preparing a move for 1. FC Köln winger Said El Mala next summer, according to Sport Bild. The Ligue 1 club are considering an offer in the €50 million to €60 million range, amid growing interest from Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Chelsea, all keeping tabs on the 19-year-old.

Top European Clubs Want Said El Mala

Fichajes reports that El Mala has captured the attention of several top clubs, including FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City.

At FC Barcelona, the German forward’s style aligns seamlessly with the team’s attacking, direct approach. Despite recent reinforcements in the front line, uncertainty over the future of some key players has pushed El Mala to the top of the club’s priority list.

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Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, are keeping a close eye on the player as well. The Citizens’ system demands wingers who can disrupt defenses, and El Mala’s pace and ability to change the game make him a perfect fit for the Premier League side.

Sport Bild recently reported that Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have also shown interest, reaching out to 1. FC Köln for details on what a potential deal could entail.

Bayern Munich had previously been seen as the frontrunner for El Mala, but the financial muscle of Premier League clubs could pose a significant challenge for the German giants.

PSG could be looking to bolster their attack heading into the winter transfer window. Luis Enrique and his team have dealt with several injuries after the 2024-25 season and the FIFA Club World Cup in the summer.

With so many games under their belt and now in three competitions heading into 2026, it’s understandable why the Parisians want to add more depth to specific positions.

Moreover, PSG are positioning for a move for the 1. FC Köln winger Said El Mala next summer, according to Sport Bild. The Ligue 1 club are weighing an offer in the €50 million to €60 million range as interest builds from Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Chelsea, all of whom are tracking the 19-year-old.

Said El Mala Receives Premier League Interest

Sport Bild reports that Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have expressed interest in El Mala and have contacted 1. FC Köln to gather details on what a possible deal might involve.

Furthermore, Bayern Munich were previously seen as the leading contender to land El Mala, though the financial strength of the Premier League could prove too strong for the German club.

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Recently, journalist Florian Plettenberg reported that several clubs are even considering a deal this summer, potentially leaving him at Cologne on loan for the rest of the season to continue his development.

While El Mala’s worth is estimated at around €18 million, offers between €30 million and €40 million have reportedly been rejected, with the club determined to push for an even higher fee.

As the winter transfer window nears, PSG have a chance to strengthen their squad for the closing stages of the 2025–26 season while also setting the stage for a bigger move later in the year.

Their approach with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia offers a clear example of their strategy. The club tracked him through the summer of 2024 but waited until early 2025 to make the signing, striking when it suited their plans.

According to transfer reporter Ben Jacobs, PSG are targeting a versatile forward for 2026. However, his sources suggest a move for Marcus Rashford, who is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester United, is not being considered at this time.

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CaughtOffside reports that PSG have made the forward a top offensive target and are prepared to spend around €50 million if Barcelona decide against activating their purchase clause.

A return to the Premier League remains a possibility as well. Tottenham Hotspur have shown interest in bringing Rashford back to England while they continue to reshape their squad under Thomas Frank, per the report.

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At the same time, Barcelona’s board are reportedly debating whether to trigger the €30 million buy option included in the loan deal. Despite Rashford’s strong performances, the club’s financial limitations are a major factor in the decision.

The Blaugrana are still managing La Liga’s strict salary cap rules, meaning any permanent signing must fit carefully within their wage structure. Sporting director Deco and club president Joan Laporta view Rashford as a long-term investment but want guarantees that the move won’t affect other transfer priorities for 2026.

PSG have kept its focus on younger defensive talent, with Illia Zabarnyi’s summer move serving as the latest example. Still, the club could encounter complications in any renewed pursuit of a past target, even with the strong impression Willian Pacho has made.

Back in May, Foot Mercato reported that Club Brugge defender Joel Ordóñez drew attention from PSG. Luis Campos and the recruitment team monitored the Ecuadorian international several times as they weighed whether to advance their interest.

Club Brugge is said to value Ordóñez between €25 million and €30 million, and the report noted that Premier League sides have also taken a look. No deal has taken shape yet, though multiple clubs are tracking his progress heading into the January window.

Premier League Clubs Want PSG-Linked Defender

TEAMtalk reports that Brugge are willing to negotiate a January move, and Ordóñez is prepared to take that step, with England viewed as the strongest option for his next club.

According to the outlet, his representatives have stayed in touch with both Chelsea and Liverpool for months, and those talks have picked up again recently.

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Moreover, TEAMtalk also reports that Manchester City and Tottenham have shown renewed interest, keeping a close eye on Ordonez in recent weeks.

Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke recently reported that Newcastle are aiming to edge out Liverpool and Aston Villa in the race to sign the Ecuadorian centre-back.

Nonetheless, the challenge lies in the player’s current contract situation. O’Rourke notes that Brugge hold the upper hand in negotiations, able to demand top value if they decide to part ways with Ordóñez.

PSG responded well on Wednesday night, earning a home win in the UEFA Champions League against Tottenham Hotspur at the Parc des Princes.

The French side once again had to rally past Spurs, though this meeting lacked the same suspense as their UEFA Super Cup clash. Tottenham twice moved in front, first through Richarlison, then when Randal Kolo Muani restored a 2-1 edge for the visitors.

PSG answered with a run of three goals that pushed them ahead 4-2. Tottenham trimmed the margin to one, but Vitinha capped his standout night with his third goal, sealing a 5-3 result for the hosts.

Randal Kolo Muani Gets a Confidence Boost

Kolo Muani recorded three goal involvements in the loss against his parent club, considering PSG loaned out the French attacker to Tottenham.

After the loss, Spurs boss Thomas Frank spoke to TNT Sports about Kolo Muani’s performance, as the player hopes this contest is a confidence boost for a successful loan stint.

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“It can definitely be a turning point, but the two goals will give him confidence going forward,” Frank said. “He has struggled a bit with confidence, but now he is looking better and better.”

PSG will have two Ligue 1 matches before their final Champions League match of 2025, when they travel to face Athletic Club on December 10 at San Mames Stadium.

PSG host Tottenham Hotspur on Matchday 5 of the Champions League league phase at the Parc des Princes, bringing the two sides together again after their Super Cup meeting back in August.

The French champions arrive with three wins from their first four games, their only setback coming in the previous round against Bayern Munich. Luis Enrique will want a strong response from his squad as they return home for this one.

Tottenham travel to Paris without a defeat in the competition, having earned two victories and two draws so far. Their form gives them confidence, and they will aim to keep that momentum going with a statement result on French soil.

The Official Starting XI for the Champions League Clash

Here’s the group that Thomas Frank will be going with to continue this unbeaten run, and it will feature PSG loanee Randal Kolo Muani as part of the starting 11:

Your Spurs XI in Paris 👊 pic.twitter.com/uykl4iipKC

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 26, 2025

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As for PSG, here’s who Luis Enrique is leaning on to get a bounce-back win in the Champions League:

PSG will take on Tottenham Hotspur at the Parc des Princes on Matchday 5 of the UEFA Champions League group stage, revisiting the clash from the 2025 UEFA Super Cup in August.

After three wins in four group-stage games, PSG’s only defeat came against Bayern Munich on Matchday 4. Luis Enrique will be keen to see his side respond with a win when Spurs visit on Wednesday.

Tottenham enter the match unbeaten, having picked up two wins and two draws so far. Furthermore, the Premier League side will aim to maintain that momentum with a strong performance on the road in Paris.

Tottenham Will Look Not to Repeat UEFA Super Cup Mistakes

Before the match against the Parisians, Joao Palhinha spoke with the media. Moreover, he noted that Spurs need to learn from their mistakes from the first encounter against PSG late in the summer, which cost them a trophy.

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“I think we just played with that formation against PSG in the Super Cup,” Palhinha told reporters on Tuesday (h/t Football.London). “We tried to press them in the same way or a bit closer than we did in this (PSG) game, but yeah after we took the decision to change on half-time, I think the team improved.

“Even after we suffered really early, the goal that we conceded after half-time. I think when we swapped, we did better but yeah we need to analyse.

“The ways we conceded the goals, especially playing with five at the back line, we cannot concede these goals. And coming here and being punished with four goals is not our level. We will get our level again for the next two games. The only thing I can promise is we will give everything to get the wins in the next games.”

PSG’s marquee clash after the international break is their UEFA Champions League match against Tottenham Hotspur, a rematch of the UEFA Super Cup in August when the Parisians came from behind to win.

The capital club will be missing several players from that encounter due to injury. Achraf Hakimi will be out for a few weeks following his Champions League injury against Bayern Munich.

While Hakimi’s absence was expected, other players will also be unavailable to manager Luis Enrique. Le Parisien reported that for PSG’s home match against Tottenham at the Parc des Princes on November 26, the outlook is negative for Nuno Mendes and Ousmane Dembélé.

“Upon further investigation, it appears the Spanish coach will modify the recovery process for injured players, making the comebacks of Dembélé and Mendes even more enigmatic and uncertain,” the outlet noted.

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Ahead of the European clash, The Standard shared a promising prediction for Tottenham, suggesting two key players could return to the squad from injury. The English media outlet notes that Mohammed Kudus could be available for the November 23 clash against Arsenal.

“After Kudus was ruled out of the Champions League win over Copenhagen, he could not face Manchester United after Frank had said he was ‘touch and go’ to return,” the outlet wrote.

“Kudus was then left out of the Ghana squad but Frank said he was ‘very confident’ that he ‘should be available for the next one.’ The £55million summer signing from West Ham has been at Hotspur Way over the international break and Spurs expect him to be fit to face Arsenal.”

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Meanwhile, the other player with a potential return date of November 23 is Radu Dragusin.

“Radu Dragusin’s recovery from an ACL tear has come on in leaps and bounds over the international break,” the outlet added. “He made his grand return to the pitch, playing 45 minutes in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Leyton Orient – his first minutes since January.

“He was not involved in either of Romania’s matches over the international break, but it is hoped he will join back up with the Spurs first team when they reconvene at Hotspur Way.”