Will a European champion strengthen the Paris defense?
In order to meet the high expectations of those in charge, PSG coach Luis Enrique (54) has expressed his desire to improve his squad in the defensive area. To do this, the Spaniard has set his sights on Saudi Arabia. He is referring to a former protégé of star coach Pep Guardiola (53) at Manchester City.
According to Spanish media reports, the newly crowned European champion Aymeric Laporte (30) has aroused the interest of his compatriot. PSG is now trying to sign the central defender at the request of his coach. Laporte is to help Enrique to have a better season in his second season as head coach of Paris – especially at European level.
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So far, it has been a cautious summer for the otherwise keen French. The only new signing confirmed is Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov (25). He is coming from FK Krasnodar for 20 million euros. In addition, the transfer of Portuguese jewel João Neves (19) is close to completion. According to consistent media reports, the midfield talent will come from Benfica Lisbon for around 60 million euros.
Surprisingly, the French champions are currently acting relatively quietly on the transfer market, although many new signings were expected – especially in the offensive area. This is because the Parisians have to compensate for the departure of top striker Kylian Mbappé (25) to Real Madrid.
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Enrique is demanding that those in charge further strengthen the squad – starting with Laporte. The central defender shone with Spain at the 2024 European Championship and was able to win the title in the end. And all this despite the fact that the 30-year-old has not played in a top European league for a year.
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After winning the treble with Manchester City In 2023, Laporte decided to move to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia. There he met mega-star Cristiano Ronaldo (39), who has been lacing up his football boots for the desert club since 2022. After just one year, their paths will probably part again.
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Because: Laporte is said to be working hard to reach an agreement with those responsible to terminate his contract. It remains to be seen whether Al-Nassr will grant him this wish. Even if the Saudi club has no financial worries, they do not want to give gifts to interested clubs. PSG must therefore prepare a lucrative offer to bring Laporte to the French capital.
It remains to be seen whether Luis Enrique will get his dream player for the defense…
