) Slot recently spoke to the media in England and said PSG influenced their decision to pursue a player with Ekitike’s profile. Moreover, that choice also benefited PSG, considering they had a sell-on clause attached to the Frenchman.
Meanwhile, on December 28, A Bola reported that PSG have placed Diomande at the top of its priority list to reinforce its defense in the short term. Furthermore, the French and European champions’ desire to sign the Sporting Lisbon centre-back for €45 million.
) Fichajes reports that Barcelona’s sporting management has decided that a €30 million move for Rashford doesn’t align with the club’s current plans. Their focus is on financial stability and addressing positions deemed more urgent.
Antonio Rüdiger’s long-term future is once again becoming a major talking point in the transfer market, with several clubs clubs closely monitoring his situation as his contract at Real Madrid edges closer to its expiration.
According to Cadena SER, Real Madrid have identified Vitinha as a potential target if Vinicius Jr. departs during the summer window. The club would aim to free up significant salary space from such an exit and redirect those funds toward a move for the PSG midfielder.
Nonetheless, if Gila is still an option for Campos and Luis Enrique, they face significant competition for the player. Il Messaggero reports that Bournemouth and Chelsea are both interested in Lazio’s 25-year-old Spanish defender.
) Despite being tied to PSG until 2029, Vitinha wouldn’t rule out a future move to Spain during an interview with O Jogo. “La Liga is fantastic and suits my style of play better,” Vitinha said (h/t Le10Sport).
ESPN’s Julien Laurens contributed to a piece titled “Transfer window preview: What do Europe’s big clubs need?” In it, Laurens stated that Bouaddi is a main target for Enrique, who is a major fan of the midfielder.
Despite interest from clubs, Newcastle have no interest in selling the midfielder. Nonetheless, there’s only one scenario in which the player could ever leave the Magpies.
) The latest news on this rumor comes from Indykaila News, which indicates that Barcola has told his agent he would only consider a move to Liverpool if he receives assurances of a first-team role at Anfield.
) Barcelona hold a clause that allows the club to turn Marcus Rashford’s loan into a permanent move next summer for €30 million. No final decision has been made by Barcelona, but Rashford has made his stance clear.
) In an interview with Esquire, Pedri, the star midfielder for FC Barcelona, discussed his short-term goals. That gave him the chance to speak about the Champions League and the teams he sees as favorites.
According to Foot Mercato reporter Santi Aouna, Dayot Upamecano is close to reaching a contract extension with Bayern Munich. Talks are nearly complete, with only one outstanding point remaining regarding the release clause.
) Real Madrid are often mentioned as the leading suitor for the former FC Porto maestro. That trend was reinforced by Defensa Central, which reported that the club’s leadership has sounded out Jorge Mendes, who also happens to be Vitinha’s agent.
) Nonetheless, with Olise becoming a hot commodity, there are several clubs keen on the attacker. Interest in Olise continues to grow across Europe’s elite.
) TEAMtalk’s Dean Jones reports, citing sources, that figures close to Liverpool believe intermediaries have continued to work quietly behind the scenes in an effort to bring Real Madrid back into the discussion.
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly considering offering Luis Enrique a contract described as a “lifetime deal”. A decision that would mark a historic moment
Nonetheless, that vote of confidence from Xabi Alonso could be emerging. In Rodrygo’s last two La Liga games, he has a goal and an assist, and, more importantly, has played at least 80 minutes in both.
Achraf Hakimi was unable to make his comeback from injury in Morocco's opener at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday -- a 2-0 victory over Comoros -- but head coach Walid Regragui said his replacement is just as strong an option.
) Even as Hakimi steps into a leadership role for Morocco, the PSG right back remains willing to put the group first, even if that means sacrificing a spot to benefit the team.
) Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are moving closer to activating the £26 million release clause to bring Marcus Rashford in from Manchester United.
On December 19, PSG announced that Safonov picked up a fractured left hand during the match against Flamengo and is expected to miss three to four weeks.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) lifted the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, beating Flamengo on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar on Wednesday night.
Paris Saint-Germain will take on Flamengo at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium this Wednesday, Dec. 17, for the Final of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup. Luis Enrique’s side enters this match after winning the UEFA Champions League and is in strong form across recent fixtures.
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe looks to have had the last laugh in his ongoing dispute with Paris Saint-Germain and CEO Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Both have sued the other for significant sums after the France international left PSG on a free to join Real Madrid in 2024.