Despite Matvey Safonov‘s impressive performances for Paris Saint-Germain since stepping in for Lucas Chevalier, his long-term starting position remains uncertain. Reports indicate that sporting advisor Luis Campos is actively pursuing a significant transfer for FC Porto‘s goalkeeper, Diogo Costa.
Following Paris Saint-Germain‘s Ligue 1 title win, secured after a decisive victory against RC Lens, Luis Campos confirmed a temporary halt to transfer discussions. He stated, « For us, regarding the transfer market, and this is a decision we made with our coach and the president, our transfer activity has been completely paused for several weeks. » This strategic pause aims to fully concentrate on the upcoming Champions League final on May 30th against Arsenal. However, this temporary freeze does not preclude the Parisian club from meticulously planning their summer recruitment.
Paris Saint-Germain targets Diogo Costa?
My reporting indicates that Paris Saint-Germain is keenly interested in signing Diogo Costa, the standout goalkeeper for newly crowned Portuguese champions FC Porto. This pursuit suggests a shift in strategy, potentially indicating that the Parisian giants might not fully commit to Matvey Safonov, despite his flawless performances since becoming the primary shot-stopper. Furthermore, it implies a reluctance to reintegrate Lucas Chevalier, who joined for 40M€ plus bonuses last summer. Diogo Costa recently extended his contract until 2030 in December, notably with a revised, lower release clause now set at 60M€.
Could a transfer be finalized before the World Cup?
This contractual adjustment could signal an impending departure for the talented custodian. My sources reveal that Paris Saint-Germain has intensified negotiations for Diogo Costa, aiming to complete his transfer before the World Cup commences on June 11th. The objective is clearly to resolve the crucial goalkeeper situation with utmost urgency. It’s also worth noting that Diogo Costa‘s agent is Jorge Mendes, a figure with a well-established professional relationship with Luis Campos. This connection could significantly streamline discussions for a transfer involving the goalkeeper, who is expected to be Portugal‘s starting custodian this summer.
