The 2026 summer transfer window is here, and rumors surrounding Paris Saint-Germain are mounting. This time, Foot Mercato reports interest in Folarin Balogun—the 24-year-old AS Monaco and USA striker—as a replacement for Gonçalo Ramos (the 25-year-old goalscorer who left for AC Milan). This marks a second potential target from Monaco, following Maghnes Akliouche (a 24-year-old attacking midfielder/winger).
“Folarin Balogun is increasingly emerging as a key target.”
“For the wings, Yan Diomandé and Maghnes Akliouche are universally seen as players who can add dynamism and attacking drive. At the same time, however, the club is seriously considering signing a new central striker to replace the Portuguese number nine.
To fill this void at the tip of the attack, Luis Campos and the Paris leadership have drawn up a shortlist featuring several attractive options. Among them, Folarin Balogun is increasingly emerging as a key target.
“The door is not closed to a departure.”
However, while Paris Saint-Germain’s interest is genuine, it is worth noting that absolutely no official contact has yet been established between the Parisian management and their Monaco counterparts regarding this matter. Paris is monitoring the player’s situation closely but has not yet made a formal move to kickstart negotiations.
As for the Principality club, the door is not closed to the departure of their American striker.”
This is a possibility that some had already mentioned in recent days, albeit without any concrete signs. While this rumor is worth noting, a deal remains a long way off. There is no confirmation and no offer. It is simply an option—one that might well never materialize. PSG, Balogun, and Monaco may have other priorities.
However, he is an interesting striker who is currently shining at the World Cup with the United States. Interest is possible; we will wait to see if anything more comes of it.
