PSG eyes russian talents after Safonov’s breakthrough

When Paris Saint-Germain splashed out €20 million to sign Matvey Safonov from Krasnodar last summer, few anticipated the Russian goalkeeper would promptly displace Lucas Chevalier in the starting lineup. Yet that’s exactly what unfolded. Safonov’s rise to prominence under Luis Campos’s watchful eye has now inspired a broader push into the Russian transfer market, with two promising midfielders firmly on the radar.

Luis Campos doubles down on Russian talent pipeline

The unexpected success of Safonov’s arrival has emboldened Campos to revisit a previously untapped resource. Among the names circulating in the Parc des Princes corridors is that of Aleksey Batrakov. The 20-year-old Lokomotiv Moscow playmaker has delivered a standout season, contributing 17 goals and 12 assists across 35 appearances. According to insiders close to the situation, Campos has already dispatched emissaries to Moscow to open formal negotiations. « It’s highly likely that either Campos himself or a trusted lieutenant will be on the ground soon to finalize discussions with the club », revealed Vladimir Kuzmichev, Batrakov’s agent, in recent remarks.

Second Russian midfielder emerges as potential signing

Buoyed by Batrakov’s profile, the PSG hierarchy is also monitoring Matvey Kislyak, a 20-year-old CSKA Moscow midfielder whose technical attributes align seamlessly with Luis Enrique’s tactical blueprint. Kislyak, a Russian international with nine caps, has already demonstrated maturity beyond his years, netting six goals and setting up six more in 28 league fixtures this season. His contract runs until 2029, making him a long-term asset if the club secures his services. With Lee Kang-In’s future hanging in the balance, Kislyak represents a strategic alternative to offset any potential departure.