PSG to sign Zabarnyi and Chevalier ahead of Super Cup

PSG moves quickly to add Zabarnyi and Chevalier ahead of the European Super Cup with deals nearing completion.

PSG set to sign Zabarnyi and Chevalier ahead of Super Cup

PSG moved rapidly after returning to training. After Lucas Chevalier, the Lille goalkeeper, the club is close to signing Ilya Zabarnyi of Bournemouth for about 63 million euros, including 60 million upfront and 3 million in solidarity fees. Bonuses in the range of 1–3 million are being discussed, and the aim is to wrap up the deal by the end of the week so Zabarnyi can sign a five-year contract and join the squad for the Super Cup in Udine.

If all goes to plan, Chevalier and Zabarnyi could be in the team for the Super Cup against Tottenham on Wednesday, marking a high-profile welcome for two players in a single window. The moves reflect a sharper, faster recruitment push under coach Luis Enrique, who has stressed the need for immediate reinforcement ahead of key fixtures.

The pace of these deals signals a shift in PSG’s approach, prioritizing quick impact over a slow build. A 63 million euro outlay for Zabarnyi and a quick integration for Chevalier would press the squad to adapt fast and could affect wage balance and squad chemistry. Financial risk remains a factor if performances do not meet expectations, especially with bonuses dependent on milestones. The window’s tempo also frames PSG as a club willing to gamble on ready-made fixes rather than nurture from within.

This dynamic mirrors a broader trend in top clubs to use short-term signings as a strategic tool for immediate results. If PSG pulls off both deals, they send a clear message to rivals about intent and pace, potentially reshaping domestic competition and European ambitions for the season.

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The coming days will show how far these bets can take PSG