The 2026 summer transfer window is here, and rumors surrounding Paris Saint-Germain are mounting. This time, Sky Sport reports interest in Malo Gusto, the 23-year-old French right-back whom Chelsea (under contract until 2030) might consider selling. However, a deal is far from done.
“If an offer reflecting his true value were to arrive, the door would not be closed.”
While the Blues valued their right-back at around £75 million during the previous summer transfer window, the London club has since hinted that the Frenchman is not untouchable. Consequently, if an offer reflecting his true value were to arrive, the door would not be closed.
Last summer, Atlético Madrid explored the possibility of signing the defender. Bayern Munich, Juventus, Tottenham, and Paris Saint-Germain were also sounded out by the player’s entourage to gauge their interest.
Paris continues to seek solutions to strengthen its right flank. The capital club is specifically looking for a player capable of playing as a full-back but also filling in centrally if needed. This versatility aligns with Malo Gusto’s attributes, potentially making him an attractive recruitment option for PSG.
“Malo Gusto is happy at Chelsea”
However, there is nothing to suggest an imminent departure at this stage. For his part, Malo Gusto is happy at Chelsea, where he plays under the management of Xabi Alonso. The Frenchman aims to establish himself as a long-term fixture with the Blues, though the lack of a guaranteed starting spot can sometimes weigh on him. The defender would like more assurances regarding his role within the team.
It is easy to agree with the sports outlet that PSG’s interest in Gusto would make sense. He is a player who has been linked to the club for months—a versatile defender capable of playing centrally who could serve as a backup, or even a rival, to Achraf Hakimi (27). However, the current evidence is far too thin to suggest a potential transfer.
There is also a sense that PSG’s name is being dropped a bit too casually in this saga. There is not the slightest indication of a possible offer, nor any sign that the door has truly been opened by either Chelsea or Gusto. In fact, the outlet notes that the French international’s primary desire is to stay at Chelsea.
For now, it remains a distant rumor lacking any concrete details. We are therefore exercising caution while waiting to see if the situation develops. Gusto might well never come close to joining PSG—though it is also possible that talks could get underway at some point.
