Sport24 has stated that Braga is interested in signing Matvey Safonov on loan. It is also reported that Paris Saint-Germain is open to facilitating a temporary departure for the player to allow him more playing time in the second half of the season.

Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov, who is 26 years old, is experiencing a lack of playing time at Paris Saint-Germain. His contract is until 2029, and he has attracted interest from several clubs. According to the Russian media outlet Sport24, Portuguese club Sporting Braga, a QSI affiliate, is interested in signing the player on loan. The same source reports that Spanish club Valencia and another Portuguese side, Sporting Portugal, are also interested in a potential loan deal. The goalkeeper has previously expressed his dissatisfaction with his situation and his openness to a move. Safonov joined the French club in July 2024 and has 16 international caps. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €18.00m.