PSG set to announce goalkeeper signing next week

In recent hours, the name Matvey Safonov has emerged in PSG news. The 25-year-old Russian goalkeeper is reportedly close to joining PSG. However, Monaco has reportedly entered the race.

This summer, PSG aims to strengthen all positions. With Keylor Navas departing, the club is looking for a second goalkeeper to compete with Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Although internally appreciated, Arnau Tenas has not convinced the club that he can be a serious competitor and challenge the hierarchy. The former Barcelona player might be loaned out next season to gain regular playing time and experience.

To bolster the goalkeeper position, PSG is considering Matvey Safonov, who is currently with Krasnodar. On Thursday afternoon, the Russian media outlet Champion reported that PSG is not alone in pursuing the captain of the current third-place team in the Russian league, as AS Monaco also seeks his services.

The Russian media also indicated that a verbal agreement has been reached between PSG and Krasnodar for 20 million euros plus bonuses for the transfer of the Russian international.

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PSG set to announce goalkeeper signing next week

The player has reportedly agreed to continue his career at PSG. Champion concludes that the transfer could be finalized once the Russian league season ends, with the last matchday taking place this weekend. PSG could therefore soon announce their first summer signing.

Safonov joining PSG shows how serious the club is about getting top talent and fixing key gaps in their lineup. With PSG aiming to build a squad that can compete at the highest level, adding an experienced goalkeeper like Safonov could bring the depth and stability their defense needs.

Fans and analysts are eagerly watching to see how this transfer plays out and what impact Safonov will have on the team's performance next season.

Will he be the game-changer PSG needs?