Ibrahim Mbaye, an 18-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward, is one of the capital club’s top prospects. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Parisian academy graduate—who is under contract until 2028—is also attracting interest from AS Roma, as the Italian newspaper confirms that the Senegal international is drawing attention from other suitors.
“clubs known for skillfully nurturing talents on the verge of a breakthrough.”
Roma is eyeing Mbaye, considering a loan deal that includes an option to buy and a counter-option. Securing this gem would require beating out fierce competition; the Senegalese player has reportedly attracted the interest of Borussia Dortmund, Leipzig, Tottenham, and Atlético Madrid—clubs known for skillfully nurturing talents on the verge of a breakthrough.
The figures being discussed are high for a player who only came of age seven months ago
Luis Enrique also holds the youngster in high regard, having reportedly asked the Qatari ownership to retain control over him regardless of the circumstances. Consequently, Paris is not categorically opposed to a transfer—especially to a Champions League club—provided they retain the final say on the player’s future. The figures being discussed are high for a player who only came of age seven months ago, yet they are not astronomical given his potential and current market rates: talk is of a €25–30 million fee to make the move permanent in twelve months, with a counter-option set at €35–40 million.
Nothing is impossible; Mbaye has demonstrated impressive qualities capable of attracting top clubs. Among them is AS Roma, which is looking to bolster its attack but risks missing out on Cysencio Summerville (24, Netherlands/West Ham) due to a massive offer from Saudi Arabia.
It now remains to be seen what the player himself wants. As a product of the PSG academy, he is quite likely to prioritize his future with the “Rouge et Bleu.” If the coach grants him the necessary playing time, his potential suggests he has every chance of developing into a regular starter for the team.
That said, other clubs might be prepared to offer him a starting role right away. Ultimately, it depends on the player’s own wishes as well as PSG’s plans for their young forward. Nothing is set in stone, but it is entirely logical that a player with Mbaye’s potential would attract interest from Europe’s biggest clubs.
