With the echoes of their Champions League triumph still fresh, Paris Saint-Germain are already plotting their next move in the transfer market. The club’s hierarchy, fresh off their European conquest, is eyeing a high-profile addition to bolster a squad that remains largely intact. The first domino could fall as soon as this summer, with a reported deal for Russian midfielder Aleksey Batrakov gathering serious momentum.
Paris closes in on 25 million euro deal for Batrakov
The proposed move for Aleksey Batrakov, the dynamic offensive midfielder from Lokomotiv Moscow, is no longer just speculation. Insiders close to the negotiations reveal that the 95% probability of his arrival at the Parc des Princes is all but confirmed. Luis Campos, the club’s sporting director, is scheduled to travel to Moscow within days to finalize the paperwork, with the transfer expected to be wrapped up in a fortnight.
The financial terms are equally clear: a transfer fee of €25 million, paired with an annual salary package in the range of €5 to €6 million. Should no unforeseen obstacles arise, Batrakov will soon be donning the Parisian shirt, marking a significant coup for the Ligue 1 giants.
Russian prodigy poised for Parisian dream
Those familiar with Batrakov’s development at Lokomotiv Moscow speak of a player brimming with potential. Andrey Nagibin, who previously coached the youngster in the academy, shared his thoughts on the impending transfer. “I’ve been briefed on the ongoing talks with PSG. He definitely has the quality to compete at the highest level. However, adapting won’t be straightforward—French football is far more demanding than Russia’s. Success will hinge on multiple factors.
Take the example of Safonov: once a backup goalkeeper, he seized his opportunity and became a starter. I recently caught up with Alexey, and he’s eager to embrace this challenge. I’ve wished him the best and hope everything goes smoothly.”
