PSG Ready to Hand Man City Transfer Set Back Over €180M-Rated Rising Star

Desiré Doué has been attracting attention well beyond PSG’s usual fanbase, thanks to standout performances against Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League final. His influence on the pitch has been hard to miss.

He played a key role in PSG’s win over Liverpool, calmly converting the decisive penalty in the shootout that sent the English club out of the Champions League and the final.

After a breakthrough 2024-25 season, transfer speculation around Doué has intensified. TEAMtalk reported that Manchester City are planning a bold move for the young midfielder, while Manchester United and two other Premier League sides have also expressed interest.

Pep Guardiola is reportedly a major admirer of Doué and is keen to secure his services at the Etihad. City scouts have closely monitored his recent performances, attending multiple matches over the past few months.

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Fichajes reports that PSG recognizes the situation regarding their young star is sensitive. Doué is seen not just as a medium-term sporting asset but as a key piece in the club’s broader plan for renewal.

With that in mind, the sporting management has started drafting a contract extension that would boost salary, include performance bonuses, and secure a central role for Doué in the team’s near future.

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Meanwhile, Manchester City’s interest adds pressure. The English champions value the young French attacker for his energy, versatility, and ability to thrive at the Premier League’s fast pace.

More recently, the same outlet reported that the Premier League club could offer as much as €180 million to secure his transfer.