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Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyökeres has been attracting much attention, especially with how he started the 2024-25 season. Several clubs could be looking to address their goal-scoring concerns by making a move for him next year. However, one journalist suggests that Paris Saint-Germain shouldn’t be on that list.

CaughtOffside reported on Wednesday, citing sources, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and PSG are currently the key players to watch in the race for Gyökeres. The report highlights that Tottenham have emerged as the most interested in Gyökeres.

Chelsea are keeping him as a potential option, with plans to make another attempt for Victor Osimhen in January or next summer. PSG also admire Gyökeres and have a strong relationship with Sporting.

Nonetheless, CaughtOffside reveals that any move would likely depend on whether the club decides to part ways with Gonçalo Ramos or Randal Kolo Muani after this season, which has yet to be determined.

Le Parisien journalist Dominique Séverac states that PSG have their goal scorer in Ramos and doesn’t need to pursue Gyökeres.

“Paris considered signing Viktor Gyökeres this summer, but it seems Luis Enrique didn’t give the green light,” Séverac wrote (h/t Le10Sport). “Let me say this again: the top striker Paris is searching for is already in the squad—Gonçalo Ramos. Once he fully recovers from his ankle sprain, he could easily score 30 goals this season!

“The real No. 9 is here, just injured at the moment. Honestly, if Ramos had played on Wednesday, PSG wouldn’t have struggled so much to find the back of the net. He’ll be back in two months, so let’s be patient. With him, PSG’s attack could look very different.”

Paris Saint-Germain opted not to pursue a No. 9 this past summer window, giving Randal Kolo Muani and Gonçalo Ramos a vote of confidence. However, if neither player solidifies themselves as the starting striker, could the Parisians be in the market next summer?

Finishing was an issue in the first league phase match for PSG in the UEFA Champions League. Now, it could be a one-off game where the ball just didn’t go in for them, and if it weren’t for an error, the Parisians wouldn’t have found the back of the net.

However, there’s the other side: They might not have a big-game striker who scores consistently in the Champions League. This season will determine whether their two strikers can appear in big-time matches.

A three-way battle for Viktor Gyökeres?

If not, CaughtOffside reported on Wednesday, citing sources, that Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and PSG look like the main names to watch for the moment regarding Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyökeres.

Goal machine 🤖#UCL pic.twitter.com/RwDe1xeGvK

— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) September 17, 2024

The report also notes that Tottenham have emerged as the most interested in Gyökeres. Meanwhile, Chelsea are keeping him as a potential option as they’re expected to make another attempt at Victor Osimhen in January or next summer.

PSG also admires Gyökeres and have an excellent relationship with Sporting. Nonetheless, CaughtOffside reveals that any move would likely depend on whether the club decides to part ways with Ramos or Kolo Muani after this season, which hasn’t been determined yet.

Gyökeres scored on Tuesday in Sporting’s 2-0 win over LOSC in the Champions League. For now, the player he’s showing he can score in Portugal’s top flight, recording 52 goals and 18 assists in 57 total appearances since joining Sporting in 2023.

Over the past summer transfer window, Paris Saint-Germain sought a central defender and secured Willian Pacho from Eintracht Frankfurt.

The Parisians paid €40 million for the Ecuadorian as the capital club continues to inject more youth into the central defense. Nonetheless, another center-back was also on their list.

Gastón Edul of TyC Sports recently shared that Cristian Romero drew attention from PSG, Real Madrid, and Manchester United over the summer. There’s no set asking price, but Transfermarkt puts Romero’s value at €65 million.

However, Tottenham Hotspur stood their ground and made it clear they weren’t willing to let him leave.

Moreover, Football Insider now reports that Spurs are planning to offer Romero a new contract to deter interested clubs. The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner’s current deal expires in 2027, so there are still two more years after this season.

🚨 Tottenham are planning to offer Cristian Romero a new contract to deter interested clubs.

Real Madrid and Manchester United have been linked. 👀

(Source: Football Insider) pic.twitter.com/N9fyZSVhXG

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) September 18, 2024

Still, it seems the North London club are not taking any risk and wants to ensure that they keep the Argentine for the foreseeable future. Romero joined Spurs in 2022 and has made 102 appearances, scoring seven goals and registering one assist.

The 2024 summer transfer window has come and gone, so with all clubs mostly set with their squads, Transfermarkt updated their list of the most valuable teams. Where does Paris Saint-Germain rank? Well, not at the very top.

Real Madrid lead the most valuable squad list with a team that has a market value of €1.34 billion and adding Kylian Mbappé along with already having stars like Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Vinicius Junior, will bring that value.

Behind them are Manchester City in the No. 2 spot (€1.26 billion), Arsenal in the No. 3 spot (€1.17 billion), and fellow London-based club Chelsea in the No. 4 spot (€960.2 million).

Bayern Munich breaks up the run of Premier League clubs as they come in at No. 5 (€943.65 million), with Michael Olise being the marquee signing that pushes the value of the squad higher.

Liverpool are in the No. 6 role (€923 million) and FC Barcelona are in the No. 7 spot (€875.4 million). Finally, the Parisians come in at No. 9 with a squad that’s valued at €873.5 million. Wrapping up the top 10 are Manchester United, who have a squad value of €857.35 million, and Tottenham Hotspur, €768.3 million.

Former Paris Saint-Germain standout Adrien Rabiot remains a free agent after his contract with Juventus ended in late June. While he has been linked with top clubs like AC Milan and Manchester United, he hasn’t signed with anyone yet.

Despite his impressive performances at PSG, the club wasn’t in a rush to bring him back. RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins has reported that the 29-year-old isn’t part of PSG’s plans.

Meanwhile, Rabiot’s representatives reportedly offer him to Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. The other Premier League club linked to Rabiot is Manchester United, but new information notes that the Red Devils stand firm with their stance.

UnitedMuppetiers reports that Manchester United is considering signing free agent Adrien Rabiot, but only if they can secure him on a short-term, budget-friendly deal.

🚨 Manchester United would only sign free agent Adrien Rabiot on a short-term affordable deal.

(Source: @Muppetiers ) pic.twitter.com/0vguNJttVq

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) September 10, 2024

Former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot is still a free agent after his contract with Juventus ended in late June. Even though he has been linked with top clubs like AC Milan and Manchester United, he hasn’t signed with anyone yet.

Despite his notable contributions during his time at PSG, the club isn’t in a hurry to bring him back. RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins noted that the 29-year-old was never part of PSG’s plans.

TBR Football reports that Adrien Rabiot’s representatives have contacted Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur about a possible transfer. However, his high wage demands are turning away many Premier League clubs.

Moreover, the report notes that right now, it’s believed that the 29-year-old is asking for around £220,000 a week in wages. Le Figaro also reported that Rabiot’s mother still manages his interests, reportedly asking for a salary of over €10 million for her son.

Rabiot might be coming to Manchester United to join Manuel Ugarte, another former PSG midfielder. According to the French media outlet, the Red Devils are still interested in signing the veteran standout to strengthen their midfield.

Désiré Doué made his debut for Paris Saint-Germain in the 6-0 win over Montpellier Hérault SC on Friday night at the Parc des Princes. Moreover, the teenager noted that he has no regrets about his decision to come to PSG.

This summer, Doué attracted interest from several clubs, such as Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Tottenham Hotspur. Despite the interest from abroad, the player opted to remain in Ligue 1 and join PSG to be part of their youth movement.

Doué spoke to the media after the match and was asked about his decision to come to the French capital rather than to head another top club keen on signing him.

“As I said, Paris Saint-Germain is one of the best clubs in the world,” Doué said postgame. “It’s the club of the capital and today I’m not going back on my decision nor do I have any regrets. I’m just very happy to be here at PSG and to be able to wear the colors of PSG. They all welcomed me here very well.”

Désiré Doué on rejecting Bayern and choosing to join PSG: “As I said, Paris Saint-Germain is one of the best clubs in the world. It’s the club of the capital and today I’m not going back on my decision nor do I have any regrets. I’m just very happy to be here at PSG and to be… pic.twitter.com/xeMFMEBjMh

— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) August 23, 2024

PSG have another young talent from France on their hands to grow with a team whose average age is 23.7. Doué had an impressive 2023-24 season, playing in 43 games across all competitions and tallying four goals and six assists for Rennes.

Additionally, the teenager won a silver medal during the Olympics as the French national team lost in the final to Spain.

Stade Rennais’ Désiré Doué will reportedly be heading to Paris Saint-Germain to continue his career in Ligue 1. Moreover, the amount that the Parisians are going to pay for the teenager is surfacing as the move becomes imminent.

This summer, Doué attracted interest from top European clubs such as Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur. However, the Frenchman opted to remain in France and sign with the reigning Ligue 1 champions.

Furthermore, this decision came as a surprise to Bayern Munich as Sky Sport Germany’s Kerry Hau and Florian Plettenberg reported that the Bundesliga side had been optimistic about securing his commitment after positive discussions with him and his management.

The latest on Doué comes from journalist Ben Jacobs, who provided the financial side of the move. According to Jacobs, PSG’s total offer for Doué is lower than what Bayern Munich proposed.

PSG’s strategy was to secure Doué’s approval first and then submit a smaller bid. The key meeting after the Olympics between Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Doué, and his father played a crucial role in this approach. The fee is around €50 million, but it could reach up to €60 million, including add-ons.

PSG’s total fee for Désiré Doué is less than what Bayern offered. PSG’s tactic was to get Doué’s green light and then bid less: the post-Olympics meeting between Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, Doué & his father was important.

Fee around €50M, and less than €60M with add-ons. @JacobsBen pic.twitter.com/jlwIRgEdS8

— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) August 14, 2024

Doué had an impressive 2023-24 season, playing in 43 games across all competitions and tallying four goals and six assists for Rennes. Additionally, the teenager won a silver medal during the Olympics as the French national team lost in the final to Spain.

Olympique Lyonnais’ Rayan Cherki has caught the eye of several top European clubs this summer, with Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur all showing interest. However, the Parisians could be revisiting the player as his future is in limbo.

Borussia Dortmund emerged as the frontrunner for his signature with reports last month revealing that the two sides had agreed to personal terms. While Cherki is eager to join the German side, a transfer hasn’t been finalized yet.

Journalist Patrick Berger reported last month that discussions are at a standstill, and manager Nuri Sahin is not entirely convinced by the Frenchman’s arrival. The latest information on the Cherki file comes from L’Equipe’s Hugo Guillemet as he reports PSG’s stance on the player.

“What we know for sure is that there was a signed agreement between OL and PSG for €15 million for the player’s transfer,” Guillemet said (h/t Le10Sport). “There was even an agreement between Cherki and PSG.

“Actually, the interest from Borussia, which we can’t quite pin down, ended up breaking the deal with PSG. But there’s a chance Paris could come back into the picture.”

Leipzig have also entered the race recently for Cherki as the Bundesliga side looks to replace Dani Olmo who left for FC Barcelona this summer. The Lyon standout finished the 2023-24 season with three goals and nine assists in 39 matches across all competitions.

Olympique Lyonnais’ Rayan Cherki has attracted interest from several top European clubs this summer, including Paris Saint-Germain, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur.

However, Borussia Dortmund emerged as the frontrunner for his signature. While Cherki is eager to join the German side, a transfer hasn’t been finalized yet.

L’Equipe recently reported that PSG might make a move for Cherki in the next few days. He hasn’t signed with Dortmund yet, even though an agreement was in place with OL. Moreover, as the move to Dortmund is delayed, the Frenchman has a new suitor.

According to information from Sky Sports, which Foot Mercato can confirm, a move to Germany is becoming more likely for the Lyon native, as RB Leipzig has begun preliminary maneuvers.

The German club is keen to sign Rayan Cherki if its star, Dani Olmo, departs. It’s worth noting that Barcelona and Manchester City are closely targeting the top scorer of Euro 2024.

This transfer could give Cherki the opportunity to showcase his talent abroad, especially after he finished the season with three goals and nine assists in 39 matches across all competitions.

RB Leipzig could also give the Lyon native a chance to return to the Champions League. However, it’s important to note that Borussia Dortmund is still monitoring this situation, and PSG is also watching from a distance.