PSG Talk

There are a handful of days left until the summer transfer window closes, and the question surrounding PSG is whether they make one or two moves. One area where the Parisians may need help is in the depth of their attack.

Fichajes recently reported that Takefusa Kubo is on PSG’s radar. The report claims that Kubo’s move to PSG would only go through if Kang-in Lee’s departure is confirmed.

Last season, Kubo tallied eight goals and six assists, making him one of the most productive wingers in the Spanish league. Additionally, Everton have recently contacted Real Sociedad about the potential signing of the Japanese standout, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Another Premier League club eyes PSG target

On Sunday, Fichajes reported that Tottenham are eyeing one final move before the transfer window closes, with Kubo emerging as their top target.

According to the report, Thomas Frank has personally signed off on the pursuit, believing Kubo has the quality to become a decisive figure in the Premier League. For now, the deal hinges on whether Tottenham are willing to meet the hefty €70 million price tag.

Meanwhile, in San Sebastian, things remain calm. Real Sociedad are reportedly aware of Tottenham’s genuine interest but trusts that the player’s high buyout clause will keep him at the club for at least another season.

On Tuesday, PSG officially announced the arrival of former Bournemouth defender Illia Zabarnyi. Moreover, the Ukraine international spoke to the club’s official website and revealed why the Parisians made sense as he sought a new challenge.

PSG had to beat other Premier League clubs to land Zabarnyi, so it wasn’t an easy-going transfer saga. Recently, L’Équipe reported that Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United remained in the mix for the player.

The French media outlet also revealed that both Premier League clubs are ready to meet Bournemouth’s demands immediately if Zabarnyi gave them the green light. Nonetheless, perhaps this interest gave PSG a sense of urgency to get a deal done, and they would.

Zabarnyi would complete his £57 million transfer to PSG and now begins a new chapter in his career with the reigning UEFA Champions League winners.

Why did Illia Zabarnyi choose PSG?

In an interview with PSG’s official website, Zabarnyi was asked what made him decide on the capital club as he was fixed on heading to Paris despite interest from other Premier League clubs.

“I felt as though people wanted me to come here, and honestly, that really motivated me to do so as soon as possible,” Zabarnyi said. “In the end, that’s what happened. This is a new experience for me, and it’s amazing. I’m still young, so I need to try new things, which is why I think that this was the right decision.”

PSG will face Tottenham Hotspur on August 13 in the UEFA Super Cup, kicking off the 2025-26 season with a chance to win a major trophy.

Tottenham might be missing a key player for the match and are looking to boost their squad ahead of taking on the reigning treble winners. While PSG cruised to the FIFA Club World Cup final and dominated last season, Chelsea’s strong summer showing proved they’re not unbeatable.

Spurs will not have Son Heung-min as the South Korea international left the Premier League club recently to join MLS side LAFC. Nonetheless, PSG will reportedly be without a key player of their own.

PSG will have be without key player for UEFA Super Cup

RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins reports that João Neves is suspended for the match against Tottenham in the UEFA Super Cup and against Nantes in Ligue 1 following his red card in the Club World Cup final. Since the restart, PSG has put in place a tailored program, taking the suspension into account.

🚨🔴🔵 EXCL João Neves est suspendu contre Tottenham en Supercoupe d’Europe et face à Nantes en Ligue 1 suite à son carton rouge en finale de la coupe du monde des clubs.

Depuis la reprise, le PSG a mis en place un programme adapté, en prenant en compte la suspension. pic.twitter.com/sU2QEdr5xV

— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) August 10, 2025

Randal Kolo Muani’s future is still up in the air, but it’s clear he won’t be staying at PSG. Last season, he impressed on loan at Juventus, contributing to 10 goals in 19 appearances across all competitions.

With the transfer window open and no agreement yet between Juventus and PSG, the situation remains uncertain — and several Premier League clubs are watching closely.

According to Corriere dello Sport, Juventus has offered a €10 million loan deal that includes a mandatory purchase clause if they qualify for the Champions League.

PSG, however, want a guaranteed fee between €40 million and €45 million. Chelsea, Newcastle, and especially Manchester United are all keeping a close eye on the French forward as a potential summer target.

Newcastle add striker to target list along with PSG outcast

Newcastle are reportedly considering a move to sign Samu Aghehowa from FC Porto, according to The Athletic. Nonetheless, it seems the Magpies are looking at their list of alternative targets to bolster their attack before the summer window closes.

On Friday, Sky Sport Germany’s Florian Plettenberg reported that Newcastle United have started negotiations for Kolo Muani, who has become a top target after their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko fell through. While exploring other targets, the club sees Kolo Muani as a concrete option.

TEAMtalk recently reported that Tottenham Hotspur are checking if Kolo Muani is interested in making the move to the Premier League.

PSG are reportedly asking for at least €55 million (£48 million / $64 million) for the forward, with around half of that expected upfront.

Juventus, on the other hand, aren’t willing to meet those demands and want to start with an offer closer to €15 million (£13 million / $17 million), which has slowed things down and caused some frustration at PSG.

TEAMtalk also says the Ligue 1 champions are now open to talks with other clubs, and Spurs have been kept informed throughout.

PSG could bring in two new players this month if talks go well, as both are keen to join the French capital. The club is set to add a new No. 1 goalkeeper and strengthen their defense with another center-back.

L’Equipe recently reported that PSG have ramped up efforts to sign Lucas Chevalier, who is under contract until 2027. Negotiations for a five-year deal have started, and Chevalier has already agreed on most personal terms.

Meanwhile, journalist Ben Jacobs recently reported that Bournemouth defender Illia Zabarnyi has agreed to a five-year contract and is waiting for the two clubs to finalize a deal, despite interest from Tottenham.

Jacobs also mentioned that if the transfer goes through, the fee will likely be closer to Bournemouth’s €70 million asking price than the €60 million previously reported. However, some negotiations remain before the deal is made, but it looks like this is close to being done.

PSG are nearing the signing of two new players

On Thursday, RMC Sport reported that Luis Enrique wants Chevalier and Zabarnyi signed before Wednesday. The goalkeeper is expected to arrive in Paris within the next 24 hours. After securing Chevalier, PSG’s management is now moving quickly to finalize a deal for Zabarnyi with Bournemouth before the week is out.

🔴🔵 Luis Enrique veut Chevalier ET Zabarnyi avant mercredi. Le gardien est attendu à Paris dans les 24h.

❗️Après Chevalier, les dirigeants du PSG accélèrent sur Zabarnyi pour trouver un accord définitif avec Bournemouth avant la fin de la semaine ⏳

— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) August 7, 2025

When it comes to Zabarnyi, PSG would have fended off Premier League interest after L’Equipe reported that Tottenham and Newcastle United remained in the mix and that both Premier League clubs were ready to meet Bournemouth’s demands immediately, if Zabarnyi gave them the green light.

Much like Zabarnyi, Chevalier also drew interest from a Premier League club. ESPN recently reported that Aston Villa have reached out to LOSC Lille about a potential move for Chevalier.

The Frenchman was considered a possible replacement for Emiliano Martínez, who is exploring a move away from the club. Nonetheless, it seems as though Aston Villa have look at other alternatives if they want to replace the Argentine.

PSG and Bournemouth had been locked in a stalemate over Illia Zabarnyi, with neither side willing to budge. But that now appears to be changing, as the French club moves closer to signing the Ukrainian defender.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano previously reported that Zabarnyi is keen on the move and even reached a verbal agreement with PSG back in June. Talks are expected to resume soon.

Despite some speculation, Romano made it clear there haven’t been any serious conversations with Tottenham Hotspur. He recently confirmed PSG are closing in on a deal, with negotiations with Bournemouth going smoothly and only a few minor details left to sort out.

Premier League clubs ready to jump in for PSG target

On Tuesday, L’Équipe reported that everyone involved in the Zabarnyi situation has been riding an emotional roller coaster in recent days—believing a deal was just hours away, only for optimism to quickly fade.

Despite the turbulence, PSG are still confident the Ukrainian defender will join them before the transfer window closes, according to the outlet.

The report also notes that the drawn-out saga is taking a toll on Zabarnyi. Like those around him, he’s reportedly struggling to understand why negotiations have dragged on for so long.

He remains firm in his desire to join PSG, but Tottenham and Newcastle United remain in the mix. L’Équipe adds that both Premier League clubs are ready to meet Bournemouth’s demands immediately, if Zabarnyi gives them the green light.

Recently, journalist Ben Jacobs reported that PSG have reopened talks to sign Zabarnyi, who has already agreed to a five-year deal and is now waiting for the clubs to reach an agreement, despite interest from Tottenham.

Jacobs adds that if the move happens, the final fee is expected to be closer to Bournemouth’s €70 million asking price than the €60 million previously discussed. However, negotiations are still ongoing.

Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović is attracting plenty of interest this summer, with PSG, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Aston Villa all reportedly keeping a close eye on the Serbian international.

Even though he’s under contract until 2026, Juventus seem open to moving him, largely due to his hefty wages and the financial pressure they’re putting on the club. PSG, meanwhile, are expected to revamp their front line, with both Randal Kolo Muani and Gonçalo Ramos rumored to be available.

CaughtOffside previously reported that PSG started tracking Vlahović earlier this year. Arsenal and Manchester United have also been linked, potentially setting the stage for a bidding war. With only one year left on his deal after this season, Juventus could look to sell now rather than risk losing him for free in 2026.

Are Manchester United out for PSG target?

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Manchester United were offered the chance to sign Vlahović but chose to turn it down.

🚨 Manchester United were offered the chance to sign Dusan Vlahovic but they turned it down.

(Source: @FabrizioRomano) pic.twitter.com/CtmeH5OnyF

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 4, 2025

In his latest column for CaughtOffside, journalist Alfredo Pedulla shared an update on the Serbia international’s situation, suggesting the transfer saga could stretch into the final days of August.

“Dusan is waiting for the right opportunity, which I identified back in early June as being Milan,” Pedulla wrote. “Nearly two months have passed, and we’re still on that path. Of course, certain conditions need to be met (severance deal, affordable transfer fee and other possible factors), but it’s still a live option.

“And there’s an important detail: if you sign Vlahovic at the end of August, you save €2m net (around €4m gross) in wages for a couple of months. Definitely not small change. So, it’s better to let Dusan’s hourglass run out as much as possible.”

The future of Randal Kolo Muani remains uncertain even though it’s known that he won’t continue at PSG. Last season, Kolo Muani impressed during his loan spell at Juventus, notching 10 goal contributions in 19 appearances across all competitions.

But with the transfer window open and no agreement yet between Juventus and PSG, his future remains uncertain — and several Premier League clubs are closely monitoring the situation.

According to a recent report from Corriere dello Sport, Juventus submitted a €10 million loan bid for Kolo Muani, which includes a mandatory purchase clause if they qualify for the Champions League.

PSG, however, are pushing for a guaranteed fee in the €40 million to €45 million range. Chelsea, Newcastle, and especially Manchester United keep tabs on the French forward as a possible summer target.

What’s the latest on PSG outcast’s departure?

With a transfer still unresolved, Juventus CEO Damien Comolli spoke to Sky Sport Italia and expressed optimism that the two clubs can reach a deal.

“The relationship with PSG is excellent, the young man is pushing to return to Juve, but an agreement still needs to be reached,” Comolli said (h/t Le10Sport).

Foot Mercato recently reported that Tottenham are still aiming to bolster their attack and have already identified Kolo Muani as a target. More importantly, they’re willing to offer PSG a straight transfer deal, which the Parisian club would welcome.

But they’re not alone. The report adds that other top English sides are also in the mix. Manchester United and Newcastle United are searching for a long-term option up front, which could complicate matters for Juventus. The Italian club, still working to trim its squad and raise funds, may struggle to compete with the financial and competitive appeal of Kolo Muani’s other suitors.

Rodrygo’s future at Real Madrid is uncertain after a quiet showing at the FIFA Club World Cup. With the transfer window now open, speculation about a possible move is gaining momentum.

PSG’s position remains unclear. Foot Mercato’s Josué Cassé reported that the Brazilian forward is not currently a target for PSG, which contradicts information from Sky Sports Germany’s Florian Plettenberg. Plettenberg also said Tottenham Hotspur are not in the mix.

Still, Plettenberg noted that both Liverpool and PSG are monitoring Rodrygo. PSG have strong interest and continue their search for a top young winger, though any potential move could depend on how the market evolves in the coming weeks.

Liverpool, PSG get good news on Real Madrid standout

Rodrygo has been connected to several English clubs like Manchester City, Liverpool, and more recently, Tottenham. Spurs could want him to become the new star of their team, especially with Heung-min Son reportedly heading to MLS.

Nonetheless, while Tottenham could spend the money needed for Rodrygo, Diario AS doesn’t believe the Premier League club will do anything wild to ensure that a deal happens.

“Spurs have already formally requested permission from Real Madrid to begin direct talks with the player, with the intention of making him the offensive star of the new project led by Thomas Frank,” Diario AS wrote.

“The signing won’t be easy: Madrid have set his price at €90 million. Tottenham have financial muscle following the arrival of a new investor, but they refuse to pay both the high wages and the full transfer fee at the same time.”

Randal Kolo Muani has made a strong impression during his loan spell at Juventus, tallying 10 goal contributions in 19 matches across all competitions.

However, with no agreement in place between Juventus and PSG and the transfer window underway, his future is still up in the air — and several Premier League clubs are keeping a close eye on the situation.

Corriere dello Sport previously reported that Juventus have submitted a €10 million paid loan offer to PSG for Randal Kolo Muani. The deal includes a mandatory purchase option if Juventus qualifies for the Champions League.

PSG are pushing for a guaranteed transfer fee in the €40 million to €45 million range. Chelsea, Newcastle, and especially Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Kolo Muani ahead of a potential summer move.

Juventus could be running out of time

TuttoJuve’s Mirko Di Natale reports that Kolo Muani has made it clear, he really wants to stay and even said so during the Club World Cup. But at the same time, he won’t wait for Juventus forever.

He adds that Juventus are still trying to strike a deal, but they haven’t quite met PSG’s asking price yet. As for Tottenham, Di Natale reveals that they’re making a strong push. We’ll have to keep an eye on the Spurs and any other clubs who might jump into the mix.

Kolo Muani vuole fermamente restare, lo ha detto pubblicamente anche al Mondiale per Club… Però chiaramente non aspetterà in eterno la Juventus.

La Juve sta sempre lavorando per trovare un accordo, ma c'è ancora un po' di distanza dalla richiesta del Psg.

Il Tottenham sta… https://t.co/9boKCfKjGg

— Mirko Di Natale (@_Morik92_) August 2, 2025

Foot Mercato recently reported that Tottenham are still aiming to bolster their attack and have already identified Kolo Muani as a target. More importantly, they’re willing to offer PSG a straight transfer deal, which the Parisian club would welcome.

But they’re not alone. The report adds that other top English sides are also in the mix. Manchester United and Newcastle United are searching for a long-term option up front, which could complicate matters for Juventus. The Italian club, still working to trim its squad and raise funds, may struggle to compete with the financial and competitive appeal of Kolo Muani’s other suitors.