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Yahoo
11-05-2025
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Real Madrid Emerge as Priority for PSG Target as Chelsea, Liverpool Suffer Huge Blow
Paris Saint-Germain had their eye on Dean Huijsen last summer while looking to bolster their defense, but the Spanish center-back ended up joining AFC Bournemouth instead. If they come back in for him, they won't be alone. Even after landing Willian Pacho, the reigning French champions are expected to target another center-back in the upcoming transfer window. With Milan Skriniar potentially heading for the exit, PSG could prioritize another young, high-upside option. Advertisement CaughtOffside previously reported that several top clubs — including Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and PSG — have all been tracking the 20-year-old closely. Huijsen has made an immediate impression in the Premier League and is already being touted as one of Europe's most promising young defenders. If PSG reignite their interest, they'll be entering a crowded race — and likely dealing with a steep asking price. According to GIVE ME SPORT on Tuesday, Bournemouth expect Huijsen's £50 million release clause to be activated this summer. If he stays in England, Liverpool are believed to be the leading contenders What's the latest on Dean Huijsen?AS journalist Eduardo Burgos has now revealed that Madrid are 'pushing' to get a deal done for Huijsen. Last season's LaLiga champions are planning to hold new talks with the defender's entourage next week. Advertisement 'Real Madrid is pushing for Dean Huijsen,' Burgos wrote. 'New contacts with his entourage are expected next week, after El Clásico. Defence is the priority; no crazy moves. The player is prioritising a move to the Bernabéu, despite having interest from Chelsea and Liverpool.' TEAMtalk recently shared an update on the race to sign Dean Huijsen, reporting that it's currently shaping up as a battle between Chelsea and Liverpool. According to the outlet, Chelsea have put forward a more attractive financial offer. The report also notes there's growing confidence at Stamford Bridge that Huijsen will choose to join Enzo Maresca's squad. While Liverpool are still in the mix, TEAMtalk adds that the defender is intrigued by Chelsea's project.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Real Madrid Eye Liverpool Star in Trent Alexander-Arnold-Style Swoop Amid PSG Links, Contract Doubts
With Milan Skriniar currently on loan at Fenerbahçe and likely to leave Paris Saint-Germain, the club could be eyeing a new center-back this summer. While nothing is official yet, PSG appears to be preparing for life without him, making a replacement seem increasingly likely. Back in February, Anfield Watch reported that PSG were seriously interested in Ibrahima Konate, adding another layer of intrigue, especially with uncertainty surrounding the defender's future. Advertisement A Paris native, Konate is reportedly high on PSG's wishlist as the club explores the idea of bringing him home. He began his youth career with Paris FC before making his way to RB Leipzig, and now he's firmly on PSG's radar. Meanwhile, one French outlet has also raised questions about Marquinhos' long-term future in Paris, adding to the growing speculation. What's the latest on Ibrahima Konate?Real Madrid are reportedly keeping tabs on Konate's contract situation at Liverpool, with an eye on a potential free transfer next summer, according to Marca. The French center back's current deal expires in 2026, but recent talks over an extension haven't made much progress. That's opened the door to speculation that he could follow a similar trajectory to Trent Alexander-Arnold, as Real Madrid continue their search for defensive reinforcements. Advertisement Per The Times' Hamzah Khalique-Loonat, Konate's agent surprised Liverpool's ownership group, FSG, by requesting a 150 percent salary increase—bumping his weekly wage up to £200,000. That would make him the club's third-highest earner, behind only Mohamed Salah (£350,000) and Virgil van Dijk (£220,000). Negotiations have hit a wall due to the significant gap between the club's offer and the player's demands. As the summer window nears, Real Madrid and PSG closely monitor the situation.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Ex Inter Milan Star Could Make Shock Serie A Return After PSG Debacle
Ex Inter Milan Star Could Make Shock Serie A Return After PSG Debacle – Lazio Keen Former Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar could make a surprise return to Serie A after an unsuccessful stint at PSG, with Lazio keen. This according to today's print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They note that the Slovakian is on the Biancocelesti's radar if Alessio Romagnoli or Mario Gila leave this summer. Advertisement Defender Milan Skriniar is certainly a player who has left his mark in Serie A. The Slovakian spent six years at Inter Milan, having joined in 2017 following an impressive debut campaign with Sampdoria. Skriniar won the Serie A title with Inter. However, his time at the San Siro ended on a sour note. Skriniar made the move to Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2023. The Slovakian declined Inter's contract extension offer and made the switch on a free transfer. This followed the previous summer, in which PSG and Inter had negotiate on a big money sale. Milan Skriniar Could Make Surprise Serie A Return From PSG – Lazio Keen Inter Milan's Slovakian defender Milan Skriniar addresses a press conference in Plzen on September 12, 2022, on the eve of the UEFA Champions League Group C second leg football match between FC Viktoria Plzen and Inter Milan. (Photo by Michal Cizek / AFP) (Photo by MICHAL CIZEK/AFP via Getty Images) It would be fair to say that Skriniar's time in the French capital has not gone according to plan, however. Advertisement The Slovakian arrived in the same summer as coach Luis Enrique. And he never managed to win favour with the Spanish coach. Nagging injury troubles and a tactical misfits were among the reasons for Milan Skriniar never establishing himself as a first-choice starter at PSG. Therefore, the 30-year-old made the move to Fenerbahce on loan in January. However, that loan deal ends at the end of this season. And he will be back at PSG, who will then have to sort out his future. According to the Corriere, a return to Serie A would be a distinct possibility. The newspaper report that Lazio are gearing up for a defensive reshuffle this summer. Advertisement The Corriere anticipate that former AC Milan captain Alessio Romagnoli and Inter target Mario Gila are among the possible exits from the Stadio Olimpico. Meanwhile, the futures of Samuel Gigot and Patric are also up in the air. Therefore, Lazio are monitoring several defensive targets. The Serie A-proven Skriniar is among these, reports the Gazzetta. Also on the Biancocelesti's radar are Leicester City's Wout Faes, Velez Sarsfield's Valentin Gomez, Lugano's Albian Hajdari, and Valencia's Cristhian Mosquera.
Yahoo
19-04-2025
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Liverpool's Latest Contract Extension Talks Could Leave PSG, Real Madrid Scrambling for Alternatives
Liverpool's Latest Contract Extension Talks Could Leave PSG, Real Madrid Scrambling for Alternatives With Milan Skriniar currently on loan at Fenerbahce and looking likely to leave Paris Saint-Germain for good, the club appears to be in the market for a new center-back this summer. While nothing is official yet, all signs suggest PSG are preparing for life without Skriniar. Advertisement Back in February, Anfield Watch reported that PSG were showing strong interest in Ibrahima Konate, adding fuel to the speculation around his future. The Frenchman's current deal with the English side Konate, a Paris native, has reportedly become a top target for the club. He started his youth career at Paris FC before moving to RB Leipzig, and now it seems PSG are keen to bring him back home. Liverpool have no plans to lose Ibrahima KonateTBR Football reports that Liverpool are in talks to extend the contracts of Konate, Curtis Jones and Conor Bradley. The Reds know that the Frenchman is one several other clubs' radar, so they need to extend him. If Liverpool and Ibrahima Konate can't reach an agreement on a new contract, the club may decide to sell the defender this summer and use the funds to strengthen other areas of the squad. Advertisement Per Hamzah Khalique-Loonat of The Times, Konate's agent surprised Fenway Sports Group by requesting a 150 percent pay bump, which would raise the defender's weekly wages to £200,000. That figure would place him behind only Mohamed Salah (£350,000) and Virgil van Dijk (£220,000) among the club's top earners. Contract talks have stalled, with a significant gap between what Konate wants and what Liverpool are willing to offer. Meanwhile, Real Madrid and PSG are reportedly monitoring the situation closely.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
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Chelsea, Liverpool Receive Transfer Boost on €30M-Rated PSG Target as Sevilla Set for Firesale
With Milan Skriniar now at Fenerbahçe, Paris Saint-Germain could be in the market for a new center-back this summer, as they are expected to move on from the veteran permanently. Last fall, SPORT reported that Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, and PSG had shown interest in Sevilla's Loic Bade. Spanish outlet Diario AS later added that Liverpool sees the defender as a potential successor to Virgil van Dijk, with scouts attending Sevilla's match against Barcelona at Montjuïc in October. If the capital club still have an interest in Bade, the latest report on the defender's future is good news for the Parisians. On Thursday, Fichajes reported that Sevilla will need to make sales this summer to improve its financial situation. The club must raise €34 million before July and has identified six players who could be sold: Bade, Dodi Lukebakio, Juanlu Sánchez, José Ángel Carmona, Kike Salas, and Isaac Romero. These potential departures could not only help balance the books but also shape Sevilla's next sporting project. Fichajes also recently reported that Chelsea is looking to strengthen its defense and has identified Bade as a key target. The London club is reportedly preparing a €30 million bid to convince Sevilla to let go of the French center-back.
