📬 PSG Talk Newsletter: Let Campos Cook!
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Is it just me, or is there a quiet confidence about Paris Saint-Germain right now?
While we’ve all been distracted by international tournaments and cryptic social media posts, Luis Campos and Nasser Al-Khelaifi have been in stealth mode working behind the scenes to strengthen the squad ahead of next season, which begins next week, if you can believe that.
PSG has taken a more pragmatic approach to this transfer window, and that is frustrating to some who are used to PSG spending big and bringing in the players they want. Instead, the club is identifying players who will flourish in Luis Enrique’s system and setting a value that they’re willing to pay. It’s almost like we have a proper sporting project now.
That’s not to say there couldn’t be a surprise as the transfer window inches closer to a close. If an opportunity presents itself, PSG may have to pounce on it. For now, though, let’s just enjoy what might be the most normal period of Paris Saint-Germain in the Qatar Sports Investments era. There are no more superstars at the club, Xavi Simons has been loaned again, and Campos is very quietly assembling a team of promising young players who are willing to fight for the badge.
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Alright, with all that out of the way, let’s get to the PSG news you may have missed.
🔵 After weeks of waiting, João Neves is officially a PSG player! See who Robin Bairner of Football Transfers compared him to. Read the article.
🔴 I was among several PSG supporters worried about the lack of defensive signings this summer. Luckily, PSG shared my concern and surprised many when it was announced they are close to signing Eintracht Frankfurt standout Willian Pacho for €40m. Read the article.
🔵 Victor Osimhen could be one of those big signings this summer, but Chelsea is working hard to sign him. Could PSG’s patience pay off in the end? Read the article.
🔴 Another striker rumored to have caught Luis Campos’ eye is Julian Álvarez of Manchester City. However, the latest reports show that the 24-year-old is headed to La Liga instead of Ligue 1. Read the article.
🔵 NBA star Kevin Durant is in Paris, representing the United States at the Olympics, and stopped by the PSG campus to visit with the team. Watch the video.
🔴 Manchester United will apparently overpay for just about everyone except for Manuel Ugarte. Read the article.
🔵 Jadon Sancho remains a transfer target for PSG, but the Red Devils are asking way too much for a player who is out of favor with the manager. Read the article.
🔴 Xavi Simons is headed back out on loan to RB Leipzig for another season without an option to buy for the Bundesliga club. Read the article.