Paris Saint-Germain have emerged as frontrunners to sign AS Monaco forward Maghnes Akliouche, with talks over a summer transfer gathering pace. The 24-year-old is expected to depart his formative club during the current window after Monaco indicated they will not block a move.
According to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano, approaches for the attacker are “intensifying” and PSG currently lead the race ahead of rival suitors. Les Monégasques are anticipating formal bids in the coming days.
Personal terms reportedly agreed
Foot Mercato reports that Akliouche has already held discussions with PSG manager Luis Enrique and has agreed to join the Parisian club. However, this development remains attributed to the French outlet rather than confirmed by the player’s representatives or either club.
The potential transfer could be facilitated by outgoing movement at Parc des Princes. PSG midfielder Lee Kang-in has been linked with a switch to Atletico Madrid, and his departure would create both a squad vacancy and additional financial flexibility for the reigning Ligue 1 champions.
Previous interest and current competition
Akliouche came close to leaving Monaco last summer, though the club’s valuation at that time proved prohibitive for interested parties. Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur both explored the possibility of signing the forward during the previous transfer window, while Romano notes that two unnamed Premier League clubs remain in contention.
The versatile attacker, currently representing France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has established himself as one of Ligue 1’s most promising talents through his performances for Monaco. His departure would mark the end of a significant chapter for the player, who progressed through the club’s youth system.
What happens next
Monaco have shifted their stance from last year and are now prepared to sanction Akliouche’s exit. With the player reportedly open to remaining in France and PSG actively seeking reinforcements, a deal appears increasingly probable once formal negotiations commence.
The situation remains fluid, however, with English clubs maintaining an interest that could yet complicate PSG’s path to securing his signature. Much may depend on how quickly the Parisian club can formalise their advantage before rivals table competing offers.