Maghnes Akliouche, the 24-year-old AS Monaco (contract running until 2028) and France national team attacking midfielder/winger, is being touted as a key target for Paris Saint-Germain in the 2026 summer transfer window, with the door potentially open for a move. L’Équipe reports this Sunday that the transfer is progressing and could even be wrapped up soon.
Akliouche “has already made PSG his priority”
“The Monaco player knows he will leave the Principality this summer and has already made PSG his priority, though he is leaving the handling of discussions to his representatives. Talks are ongoing behind the scenes among the three parties, and movement is expected in the coming days. ‘Things could move very quickly,’ one source noted. Paris, having shown interest last year, was waiting to finalize the departure of an attacking player before seriously pursuing a new signing.
“Good relations between the two clubs should also facilitate negotiations”
Last summer, Monaco stood firm on the asking price for their winger (around €70 million). This time, however, with a need to sell, ASM will not block the move and cannot maintain such high demands. The good relationship between the two clubs should also help negotiations, paving the way for an agreement to be reached as quickly as possible.”
One must remain cautious as long as it is merely a rumor rather than an official announcement from a club or player, but the Akliouche link keeps resurfacing, and media reports are consistent. This is quite promising regarding the prospect of concrete talks. It makes sense for the player, who could take a significant step forward with the two-time European champions. For PSG, he is a talented player with room to grow within the squad. It aligns with the club’s project. Of course, an agreement still needs to be reached, and that won’t necessarily be easy—even though the door is more open than it was a year ago. Not to mention that the transfer market can hold surprises; other options remain open for both parties.
