Tylel Tati, a 17-year-old defender for FC Nantes (contract until 2028) and the French U18 national team, has been reported as a transfer target for Paris Saint-Germain. Foot Mercato confirmed on Thursday that there is indeed PSG’s interest, but also strong competition and a very high price tag.
All of Europe is watching Tati closely.
“While FC Barcelona had already added his name to their shortlist last summer, attracted by his tall stature (1.92 m), speed, and composure, Paris Saint-Germain has also positioned itself in recent months, according to the Spanish press. The Parisian club, which is closely monitoring his development, sees him as a potential reinforcement in its defensive rotation in the medium term.
The competition has intensified even further in recent days with the entry of Bayern Munich into the race.” The Bavarian club has inquired with FC Nantes about the conditions of a potential transfer for the player. Juventus and AC Milan are also very interested in the Champigny-sur-Marne native. Faced with this strong interest in the French prodigy, the Canaries have taken a firm stance: Nantes are demanding at least 50 million euros for their prized asset.
However, FC Nantes and the Tati camp want to remain level-headed. Still enrolled in a vocational business program, the left-footed player is determined to continue his development in a familiar environment; no departure will be considered before the end of the season.
These statements are entirely credible, as Tati is a young talent who undoubtedly deserves to be followed by some very big clubs. There is certainly reason to pay attention to his progress, his consistency, and the possibility of a move. Competition is always fierce during the transfer window, with clubs keen to avoid another big player pulling off a major coup and later being able to demand a hefty price tag.
Now, we’re naturally remaining cautious until there’s concrete evidence. Many outcomes are still possible in this saga, which is expected to drag on. A transfer this winter would be a major surprise, and a summer move isn’t certain either. As for the destination, nothing is definite. The same goes for the price, which seems a bit high at the moment. However, it could also change rapidly depending on the season and the more or less concrete offers from different clubs. Let’s wait and see what priorities each party has in mind.
