PSG plan huge squad clearout before new season
Comprehensive PSG squad overhaul underway as 'loft' players face exit
Behind the scenes, PSG sporting advisor Luis Campos is orchestrating a comprehensive squad overhaul, with nine players identified for potential departure. The club has designated several players as 'loft' category members, effectively training them separately from the main squad as they seek new destinations.
Players facing uncertain futures include Randal Kolo Muani, Marco Asensio, Carlos Soler, Nordi Mukiele, and Renato Sanches. Additionally, Gianluigi Donnarumma's future remains uncertain amid the expected arrival of Lucas Chevalier from Lille.
Donnarumma, who helped PSG secure their maiden Champions League triumph last season, could leave after contract extension talks stalled. The Italian international's deal is due to expire next summer.
Donnarumma has attracted interest from Manchester United, Chelsea, and several clubs in Saudi Arabia, though he is reportedly open to remaining in Paris and competing for his position.
Arguably the most other high-profile case is Kolo Muani, the French forward who signed with PSG for €90 million in 2023. Despite impressing during his loan stint with Juventus, the 26-year-old still remains surplus to requirements in coach Luis Enrique's tactical approach.
Luis Campos continues to implement a transfer strategy centred on young, high-potential players. This recruitment model has already produced great results, with the likes of Joao Neves, Willian Pacho and Desire Doue helping PSG to win the Champions League for the first time last season.
In terms of incomings, the situation of Real Madrid winger Rodrygo is being monitored. Should Rodrygo become available, the Portuguese sporting director has been connected with possible interest for the player.
Recent news, however, implies that PSG will only go after Rodrygo if Bradley Barcola were to depart. That exit seems improbable despite rumoured interest from Liverpool. PSG have plans to offer Barcola a significant contract extension.
The extensive departures serve multiple purposes for PSG: reducing the wage bill, streamlining the squad for Luis Enrique's tactical preferences, and creating financial flexibility for future acquisitions. Players like Soler, who joined for €18 million in 2022, represent potential profit opportunities if sold for their current market valuations.
As the new season is approaching, PSG returns to European competition's spotlight on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, when they face Tottenham Hotspur at the Stadio Friuli in Udine, Italy, in the UEFA Super Cup. The match, kicking off at 8pm BST, represents a historic milestone for both clubs as neither have ever won this prestigious trophy.
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