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Paris Saint-Germain might be preparing for a reshuffle in their defense. Milan Škriniar’s potential departure and Presnel Kimpembe’s ongoing recovery from injury leave questions about the club’s depth at center-back.

Meanwhile, Marquinhos, now in his 30s, highlights the need for younger options in the backline. Looking ahead to 2025, will PSG prioritize signing an experienced defender over investing in younger talent?

In 2024, the club bolstered its defense with promising additions like Lucas Beraldo and Willian Pacho, but it seems they’re not done yet, with another center-back potentially on their radar.

Over recent months, several names have been linked to PSG. Late in the summer transfer window, the club attempted to sign Tomás Araújo, though the deal ultimately fell through.

According to Foot Mercato, PSG’s sporting advisor, Luis Campos, recently met with representatives of RC Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov, but no formal offer has been made yet.

These developments suggest PSG is actively exploring options to strengthen its center-back ranks.

PSG are keen on a Manchester United defender?

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CaughtOffside reported on Friday, citing sources, that PSG and Real Madrid are gearing up to pursue Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez, prompting Manchester United to accelerate contract negotiations at Old Trafford to secure the 26-year-old star.

“Lisandro is a very valuable player for our team,” the source told CaughtOffside. “We have long-term plans for him and we aim to realize them by extending his contract.”

The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner is under contract until 2027 and Transfermarkt puts the player’s transfer value at €50 million.