Fabrizio Romano Offers Latest on PSG Interest in £50M-Rated Newcastle, Man City Target

PSG are expected to be in the market for a center-back this summer, and one name on their radar is Bournemouth standout Illya Zabarnyi. But landing the Ukrainian defender won’t be straightforward.

Last year, PSG leaned into youth with the additions of Lucas Beraldo and Willian Pacho, and that strategy could carry over into this transfer window. While the summer window is still a couple of months away, rumors are already picking up speed.

In May, Sky Sport Switzerland linked PSG with Zabarnyi and Club Brugge’s Joel Ordoñez as potential targets. However, bringing in Zabarnyi could depend on how things unfold elsewhere in the squad.

One factor that could shape the club’s transfer plans is the future of Matvey Safonov. With Gianluigi Donnarumma potentially solidifying his role as the long-term No. 1, Safonov might be on the move—either through a sale or a loan.

If PSG can clear out some space in the goalkeeper hierarchy, it could strengthen their case to convince Zabarnyi.

Could PSG secure Bournemouth ace Illya Zabarnyi?

On Tuesday, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano provided the latest regarding the Parisians‘ have already opened talks with Bournemouth over a potential move for Zabarnyi.

Luis Campos has been tracking the Ukrainian defender for years and is now pushing to bring him to Paris. PSG do have backup options, though. The club have two other center-backs on their shortlist in case Bournemouth decide not to sell.

🚨🔴🔵 Club to club talks between PSG and Bournemouth for Ilya Zabarny have already taken place.

Luis Campos, monitoring the defender for years and now actively working to sign him.

There are two more options on PSG shortlist for new CB in case #AFCB refuse to sell Ilya 👀 pic.twitter.com/ygWIyj9r2k

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2025

PSG face a challenge in securing the talented defender, as The iPaper reported that Zabarnyi, a serious target for Newcastle and admired by Manchester City, is believed to have a starting price tag of around £50 million.