The 10 most expensive signings in PSG history

Paris Saint-Germain is frequently mentioned in lists as one of the clubs that has spent the most over the past decade. And to be fair, they have, but not to the extent of certain other Premier League clubs, for example. However, it is undeniable that PSG shook the market and its trends back in 2017 when they secured two of football's top stars: Neymar Jr and Kylian Mbappe.

In this regard, it is worth recalling and compiling those signings for which PSG has broken the bank, aiming to build a competitive squad both nationally and internationally. In this article, we will discuss the 10 most expensive signings in Paris Saint-Germain’s history. Let’s dive in.

The 10 most expensive signings in PSG history

1. Neymar Jr (€222 million)

The summer of 2017 was marked by the historic signing of Neymar by PSG from FC Barcelona. The Parisians, determined to build a top-tier squad, paid the Brazilian’s release clause, which was a staggering €222 million. To this day, it remains the most expensive transfer in football history, and it seems unlikely that anyone will come close to surpassing that figure anytime soon.

2. Kylian Mbappe (€180 million)

That same summer of 2017, PSG also secured the signing of Kylian Mbappe, who had just had a magnificent season with AS Monaco, reaching the UEFA Champions League semi-finals at the tender age of 18. It is estimated that the Parisians paid €180 million to the Monegasque club for the transfer of what would become the club’s all-time top scorer. However, Mbappe initially arrived on loan, with the transfer fee only paid in 2018.

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