Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique is reportedly eager for his club to secure the services of Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi.
The 17-year-old broke into the Barcelona first team in January and played a crucial role in the second half of last season, making 24 appearances in all competitions. Cubarsi has continued to impress this season, earning 11 appearances and a call-up to the latest Spain squad for the UEFA Nations League fixtures.
In May, Cubarsi signed a contract extension with Barcelona until 2027, with a release clause of €500m (£418.9m), giving the La Liga side a strong position regarding his future.
Despite Barcelona’s reluctance to let him go, PSG coach Enrique has urged the club to pursue Cubarsi, with negotiations potentially on the horizon.
Cubarsi made history as the youngest player to debut in the Champions League knockout stage at 17 years and 50 days old. He also became the youngest defender to start in the quarter-finals at 17 years and 79 days old.
There were previously rumors linking Cubarsi to Manchester United and Arsenal, but Barcelona managed to secure his services with a new deal.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta during a press conference on September 3, 2024
Should Barcelona entertain offers for Cubarsi? Despite the potential financial benefits, keeping hold of such a promising talent is crucial for Barcelona if they aim to compete at the highest level in Spain and Europe.
Similar sentiments can be echoed for another PSG target, Lamine Yamal, as both players are seen as top prospects in world football.
It remains to be seen how the situation unfolds, but with Enrique’s desire to bring Cubarsi to PSG, the transfer saga could continue in the coming months.