Paris Saint-Germain are being linked with a host of new names as the transfer window activity intensifies, with the latest reports indicating an interest in a new number one, FC Porto's Diogo Costa. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 20 possible arrivals and 8 potential exits, with the hottest storyline concerning a potential move for Julián Álvarez. Below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours surrounding the Parisians.
Diogo Costa
Paris Saint-Germain is interested in Diogo Costa, but no official proposal has been made to FC Porto, according to a report on Tuesday. The intention of president André Villas-Boas is to keep the captain, defining his price as the €60 million release clause which must be paid in full. Costa, who is under contract until June 2030, would only consider a departure for a top-tier, elite club.
Adem Avdić
According to French media on Tuesday, PSG plans to sign a left-back and an offensive player this summer, with a focus on 18-year-old Serbian Adem Avdić from Zvezda. He is considered a potential target because he has an attacking profile and is viewed as an investment for the future who would provide support for Nuno Mendes. Zvezda has set a price of 15,000,000 euros, but it is possible they would accept a lower fixed compensation plus bonuses. Aston Villa has also been linked with the player.
Julián Álvarez
The latest update on Monday from Radio Marca reports that Julián Álvarez's preference is for Paris Saint-Germain. It is possible he will leave Atletico Madrid this summer, and he has a release clause of 150 million euros. Journalist Roberto Gomez revealed on the show La Tribu that PSG has the means to recruit Alvarez whereas Barcelona does not, and that PSG is the team he wishes to join. Atletico Madrid's management also prefers Paris Saint-Germain to avoid strengthening a direct La Liga title rival.
Ayyoub Bouaddi
On Monday, PSGInside-Actu reported that Paris Saint-Germain is preparing a proposal for Ayyoub Bouaddi with a salary estimated between 285,000 and 315,000 euros gross per month on a five-year contract. A meeting between executives from Paris Saint-Germain and LOSC Lille is scheduled this week to make progress in negotiations, though it is not yet known if Lille will agree to a transfer.
Federico Valverde
Goal.com reported on Sunday that PSG are currently in the leading position to sign Federico Valverde. This follows a report from Spanish newspaper AS on Thursday which stated that PSG is monitoring the player's situation at Real Madrid and has made contacts to assess a possible market opportunity, though Valverde's priority is reportedly to stay with his current club.
Maghnes Akliouche
Paris Saint-Germain are monitoring Maghnes Akliouche very closely and internally view him as a potential long-term replacement for Bradley Barcola if the winger eventually departs, according to a Tuesday report. PSG admire Akliouche’s profile, and Monaco are preparing for substantial interest to increase after the World Cup concludes. Sources indicate Monaco will only approve a sale if their valuation is fully met.
Karim Adeyemi
According to Team Talk on Monday, several European clubs are interested in a potential transfer of Karim Adeyemi, with PSG one of the clubs with strong interest. The Parisians are reportedly observing developments in case they lose one of their current wingers. Borussia Dortmund are said to be willing to sell the player for a suitable price this summer if bids are in the range of €60-70 million.
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