Zion Suzuki, the 23-year-old goalkeeper (turning 24 on August 21) representing Japan and Parma (under contract until 2029), has recently been linked to Paris Saint-Germain, with talk of a potential immediate loan to Juventus. However, the Italian press reported this Saturday that the loan aspect is likely off the table. Information relayed by Guillaume Pacini.
Gazzetta dello Sport:
Gazzetta: PSG has ultimately decided to take its time regarding Zion Suzuki, and the potential loan to Juve is unlikely to happen. Luis Enrique wants to assess his new goalkeeper in training—a decision made following the recent UEFA Super Cup. Vicario (Tottenham) is now the favorite for the position.
La Stampa:
La Stampa: Zion Suzuki will not be joining Juventus after all; the club’s executives are furious over the deal’s collapse. Everything seemed set for the goalkeeper’s loan—he is due to undergo his medical with PSG by Sunday—but Massara and Carnevali ultimately… However, Massara and Carnevali ultimately decided to walk away from the negotiating table following another about-face by the Paris leadership, who are prepared to give their new goalkeeper a chance while they determine the future of Lucas Chevalier.
These are credible claims; indeed, this outcome has seemed entirely possible from the very start of the saga. It was frequently noted that the proposed loan to Juventus was rather surprising and difficult to finalize. That said, the transfer market is full of surprises, and the deal could still be revived—or Suzuki might head to a different club entirely.
Above all, however, it is quite possible that Suzuki would join PSG with the intention of fighting for the starting spot this very season. Coach Luis Enrique values competition; Matvey Safonov (27) has never been one to back down, while Lucas Chevalier (24) has clearly fallen out of contention. Paris is certainly trying to find a way to offload him, though that is easier said than done. Nothing is certain yet in this complex situation.
On the other hand, Suzuki was not included in the Parma squad for their Coppa Italia match—a strong indication that a departure is likely.
