Paris Saint-Germain announces signing of Joao Neves

Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced the signing of Joao Neves from Benfica. The Portuguese midfielder becomes PSG’s second summer recruit, following Matvey Safonov. Neves has committed to a five-year contract with the club, keeping him in Paris until 2029.

After weeks of intense negotiations with Benfica, PSG successfully secured the transfer of Joao Neves. The 19-year-old midfielder will don the number 87 jersey. PSG reduced the initial asking price from €120 million to €70 million, including bonuses.

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Paris Saint-Germain announces signing of Joao Neves

Following a successful medical examination, Neves signed a contract that binds him to the Rouge & Bleu until June 2029, earning an annual salary of €5 million, comparable to Fabian Ruiz and Manuel Ugarte.

Known for his combative, technical, and offensive style, Neves was a key player for Benfica last season and is expected to bring his talent and flair to the Parc des Princes. As a priority for Luis Enrique, it will be interesting to see how the Spanish coach integrates this new gem into the squad.

The young Portuguese player, eager to begin his journey with the French giants, expressed his enthusiasm: “It is a great honor for me to join Paris Saint-Germain, a very ambitious club. I will give everything to help my teammates, grow within this fantastic club, and win many titles.”

PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi also shared his excitement about the new addition: "We are delighted to welcome Joao Neves to the Paris Saint-Germain family. Joao is one of the most talented players in Portugal and the world. He joins PSG with great passion and is determined to fight for our jersey, which is what we expect from all our players."

With Joao Neves now on board, PSG fans are eager to see how the young midfielder will contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming season.