Maghnes Akliouche, the 24-year-old attacking midfielder/winger for AS Monaco (under contract until 2028) and the French national team, is being touted as a key target for Paris Saint-Germain in the 2026 summer transfer window, and a move appears to be drawing closer. Journalist Fabrizio Romano reported this Sunday that a deal between the two clubs is all but finalized, with the player fully committed to the move.
Of course, nothing is certain until it becomes official; we know how quickly transfer situations can change. For the moment, there is nothing concrete regarding the Akliouche deal—other than Monaco acknowledging that negotiations are possible, though not at just any price. Several journalists, including the generally reliable Romano, confirm that talks are progressing. So, there is reason to hope that something is indeed in the works.
Things could move quickly now that the World Cup is drawing to a close. If a transfer is to happen, all parties would likely prefer a swift resolution: Akliouche wants clarity and certainty about his future; Monaco needs to replenish struggling coffers; and PSG wants to finalize its squad early rather than battling right up to the end of the transfer window.
For the player, this represents a genuine opportunity to take the next step in his career—something he had hoped to do last summer, though no agreement could be reached then. He is likely aware that at PSG, he might not start as frequently in big matches. However, the environment is ideal for pushing his development, and he possesses the talent to compete for a spot. This is especially true given that he is completely comfortable playing on the right wing—a rarity in the current PSG squad. We are now awaiting concrete details to confirm that this transfer can actually go through. The fee is expected to be around 50 million euros, though we remain cautious about the price until an agreement is officially announced.
