📬 PSG Talk Newsletter: Is Mbappé to Blame For PSG's Lack of Signings?
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Hello everyone, it’s Ed, and I hope you had a fantastic football weekend. The semi-finals of Copa América and the UEFA European Championship are set, and Paris Saint-Germain players have shown well in both tournaments. In fact, let’s just say if PSG finds themselves in a penalty kick situation, they should have no shortage of guys ready to step up.
While I’ve been impressed with Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, Ousmane Dembélé, Manuel Ugarte, and others, I’ve been less impressed with PSG’s transfer strategy this summer. Matvey Safonov remains the only signing thus far, and there are very few reports coming out that have a top transfer target wanting to come to the French capital. Of course, you never know what to believe, but it does raise the level of concern heading into next season.
We’ll have more on PSG’s transfer business and how Kylian Mbappé might be impacting signings, but first, a massive thank you to all those who have subscribed to PSG Talk Extra Time. For those who have already joined, we’ll have another podcast up later this week, and I’m working on a column as well. Feel free to jump in the chat to suggest a topic or leave a comment on an article, and I’ll find it.
With that bit of business out of the way, let’s get to the PSG news you care about:
🔵 According to journalist Ben Jacobs, the ongoing financial dispute between PSG and Mbappé regarding the player’s exit has led to the lack of summer signings because the club doesn’t know how much money they have to spend on new players. Reports indicate that PSG owes Mbappé around €80 million, which includes two months’ worth of wages and a bonus. The sooner this situation is resolved, the sooner PSG can strengthen for next season. Get the full story here.
🔴 Désiré Doué would be the perfect signing for PSG, but they’re falling behind in the race to sign him, with Bayern Munich thought to be in the lead. Now, a Premier League club is stepping up their efforts to sign the Stade Rennais star. Get the latest here.
🔵 Everyone knows PSG needs to sign defenders, and a new report reveals that Dean Huijsen is being considered. Get the latest on the Serie A standout.
🔴 If you’re wondering why Mbappé has not been at his best with France at the Euros, Le Parisien has an extensive list of excuses. Read why PSG is to blame.
🔵 Kingsley Coman is reportedly open to leaving Bayern Munich, and several top clubs are interested, including PSG. Get the latest update here.
🔴 Marquinhos is the captain of PSG, but if a substantial offer from Al-Ittihad comes in, they may consider parting ways with the 30-year-old defender. Read more here.
🔵 There’s reportedly a three-team race to sign Manuel Ugarte after just one season at PSG. Get the latest update here.
🔴 Subscribe to listen to the latest PSG Talking podcast, where we talk about Crysencio Summerville at Leeds, Joshua Kimmich at Bayern Munich, and more Mbappé drama. Listen here.