Five players who could join PSG this summer

Cameron Smith

4 Aug 2024 20:12 BST
4 min read

Paris Saint-Germain have lost Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer this summer, with the France international joining Real Madrid after his contract at the Parc des Princes expired.

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With Mbappe now gone, Luis Enrique’s side will need to add reinforcements as they look to continue challenging for an elusive Champions League trophy.

The lack of a transfer fee attached to Mbappe’s proposed exit could impact their ability to spend in the market, but PSG have been linked with several big names as they look to usher in a new era without their talisman.

Below, FootballTransfers runs through five players who could join PSG this summer.

Joao Neves (Benfica)

A midfielder is believed to be high on PSG's shortlist and their attention has turned to Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, who had previously been pursued by the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal.

Neves has a release clause at Benfica of around €130 million but the 19-year-old is understood to be in advanced talks to move to Paris this summer.

Jadon Sancho (Man Utd)

A direct replacement for Mbappe is also something that will be considered and PSG have reportedly considered a move for Jadon Sancho after the Manchester United winger didn't secure a permanent deal at Dortmund.

United are ready to integrate Sancho back into the first team following his bust up with Erik ten Hag but the club would prefer to cash in on the player for the right amount, however PSG may be reluctant to meet the asking price of more than €45m.

Julian Alvarez (Man City)

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Julian Alvarez is considering his future at Manchester City, having been disappointed at not starting a number of important games for the club last season.

The World Cup winner played more Premier League games than any City player last season but is still seen as a backup to Erling Haaland, prompting interest from the likes of Atletico Madrid and Arsenal, however PSG are thought to be frontrunners to sign the 24-year-old.

Desire Doue (Rennes)

The emphasis on signing French youngsters is something PSG have been aggressive with recently, having brought in talent such as Bradley Barcola and Randal Kolo Muani last year.

Rennes wonderkid Desire Doue is the club's next target from the French market but they will face significant competition from Bayern Munich, who are looking to close a €60m deal.

Victor Osimhen (Napoli)

PSG are also considering replacing Mbappe's goals with a striker and Victor Osimhen is the club's top target, with Napoli willing to sell their talismanic forward for the right amount.

However, PSG are so far only willing to offer a loan deal with an option to buy – something which Napoli are not willing to sanction, having refused bids in excess of €100m for the Nigerian last summer, meaning a transfer may not happen until near the end of the window.