Zayon Chtaï-Telamio, a 19-year-old forward developed at Paris Saint-Germain, saw his youth contract expire this summer. While his future remains to be determined, the academy graduate posted a message on Friday confirming his departure from PSG and expressing his heartfelt thanks.
“You shaped me, you helped me grow, you watched me evolve and become the person I am today.”
After eight wonderful years, it is time for me to say goodbye.
You shaped me, you helped me grow, you watched me evolve and become the person I am today.
You also gave me unforgettable memories, incredible encounters, and moments I will never forget. I was lucky enough to have experiences that will remain etched in my memory forever.
Despite the tough times, the doubts, and sometimes even the urge to give up, you always believed in me and showed me that even the hardest challenges in a footballer’s career can be overcome.”
A touching message conveying deep emotion. Chtaï-Telamio is undoubtedly very attached to PSG but has had to come to terms with the idea of leaving—perhaps due to a lack of a concrete professional offer in Paris, or because an agreement proved too difficult to reach given the uncertainty surrounding his playing time in the coming years. It would be a shame, as a loan deal could always have been an option—though even that wouldn’t offer any guarantees.
In any case, the departure of this PSG academy product is understandable given the fierce competition at the club. According to several media outlets, he is set to sign with Guingamp in the coming hours. Playing time should be more attainable in Ligue 2, though nothing will be handed to him on a silver platter; he will need fighting spirit and patience to establish himself. That is exactly what we wish for Chtaï-Telamio.
