The 2025 summer transfer window is now underway, running until September 1st at 8 p.m. in France, so rumors surrounding Paris Saint-Germain are piling up. This time, L’Equipe is taking a look at PSG’s schedule for the final days. It’s mostly comprised of departures, including Gianluigi Donnarumma (26-year-old goalkeeper) and Randal Kolo Muani (26-year-old forward). A recruitment move isn’t out of the question, however, with one position in mind.
Recruitment is likely complete, barring any unforeseen departures.
“The arrival of a new recruit will inevitably involve the departure of a player PSG is currently considering. Lee Kang-in, for example, is among those questioning their future, while the capital club’s plan is to keep the South Korean international.” Since the two main summer targets – the signings of Chevalier at goalkeeper and Illia Zabarnyi (22) in central defense – have been fulfilled, recruiting no longer seems necessary. Even at right-back.
Possibilities for players invited to leave.
For Kolo Muani, an agreement on a five-year contract has been reached between the striker and Juventus. The Bianconero club is the French international’s priority. A loan with a mandatory purchase option is currently under discussion. The main sticking point between PSG and Juve is reportedly the amount of the option.
Exit options are also emerging for Carlos Soler. Returning from a loan spell at West Ham, the midfielder has been the subject of an initial approach from Villarreal. The Yellow Submarine is expected to return to the fray this week for the Spanish international, who also has a deal in England. Brighton, Wolverhampton, and another unnamed club remain closely monitoring his situation.
While Renato Sanches’s future seems to lie with Trabzonspor, on loan, despite interest from Panathinaikos, the Premier League could also serve as a welcome destination for Marco Asensio and Donnarumma. The former is in the sights of Aston Villa, where he was on loan from January to June.
Donnarumma is between the two Manchester clubs.
The Italian goalkeeper sees himself at Manchester City, with whom a contract agreement has already been reached. A possible arrival at the Citizens seems dependent on Ederson leaving for Galatasaray, and his entourage told us yesterday that there is currently nothing new about him. In any case, he has a certain popularity across the Channel, where Manchester’s other club, United, is also among his suitors. »
As always, we remain cautious about rumors, even if they all seem fairly consistent. We know that things can change quickly, and the media try to make do with the information leaked by PSG or other clubs. We saw the Nordi Mukiele case (departure to Sunderland) come to a head in just a few days of rumors. Others take much longer, like Randal Kolo Muani, and it’s difficult to see clearly.
We also remember a few “lightning” signings, like Willian Pacho last summer or Thilo Kehrer before that. Surprises are therefore possible between now and the end of the transfer window, and PSG may already be preparing for them. But the negotiations are complicated, and there’s no question of revealing their hand. It’s also a media game.
We especially hope that the departures will finally take shape. There’s still time, there’s nothing to worry about yet, but the end of the transfer window is coming, and the sooner the better. Players can move on, while the club has a clearer picture of its budget. It’s also a way to improve the atmosphere, as a “loft” is never positive for a club.
The Donnarumma case is a major point of doubt. A departure to City seems likely, except that nothing is certain. And seeing him stay in the capital would be a problem for everyone. Let’s hope this can be resolved, whether with Ederson’s departure or another club. Even if the Manchester United prospect had been dismissed, everything can change quickly.
