Tottenham Gets Bad News Over €70M-Rated Bournemouth Star Amid PSG Interest | OneFootball

PSG have stepped up their pursuit of Bournemouth defender Illya Zabarnyi in recent weeks, but negotiations remain tense with both clubs standing their ground.

According to L’Équipe’s Loïc Tanzi, PSG have opened talks for the 22-year-old, who is reportedly open to the move, especially with the FIFA Club World Cup on the horizon. However, Bournemouth continue to hold firm on their €70 million valuation.

RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins reports that PSG have submitted two offers so far, with the latest nearing €60 million, but there’s been little progress toward reaching an agreement.

PSG hold edge over Tottenham for Bournemouth standout

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Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that Zabarnyi wants to join Paris Saint-Germain, and the French club is preparing to submit an improved offer.

A verbal agreement was reached with Zabarnyi in June, and PSG are expected to approach Bournemouth again soon. Despite recent reports, Romano notes that there have been no active talks with Tottenham so far.

Recently, CaughtOffside reported that Tottenham Hotspur have opened talks to sign Zabarnyi as a potential replacement for Cristian Romero.

Tottenham are reportedly one of the few clubs willing to meet the full asking price for the Bournemouth defender.

They’re said to be preparing an offer worth more than €70 million, including bonuses. Despite the interest, Zabarnyi remains focused on Paris Saint-Germain and isn’t currently engaging in discussions with other clubs.

Newcastle United are reportedly keeping tabs, as they look to find a reliable partner for Sven Botman ahead of their return to the Champions League. CaughtOffside adds that Chelsea have added Zabarnyi to their long-term center-back shortlist, while Liverpool are said to be exploring him as a possible successor to Ibrahima Konaté, though they have yet to make a formal move.