Paris Saint-Germain has issued a firm denial regarding the reports that surfaced, alleging they made a €250 million bid for Barcelona's teenage football prodigy, Lamine Yamal, during the recent summer transfer window.
The rumors originated from statements made by Enric Masip, an advisor to Barcelona president Joan Laporta, during an interview on El Chiringuito. Masip had suggested that Laporta turned down a €250 million offer from an unnamed French club, emphasizing that the proposal wasn’t even seriously considered.
In response, PSG categorically dismissed the allegations. Speaking to L’Équipe, the French champions stated unequivocally, “We deny this story a million per cent,” highlighting that such a financial move would have been unfeasible during the summer transfer window. They emphasized their strict adherence to financial guidelines, making such a claim unrealistic.
While denying the extravagant offer, PSG did acknowledge that their sporting advisor, Luís Campos, had shown interest in the player. This interest was part of routine inquiries made to monitor emerging talents across European football.
Campos, renowned for his expertise in scouting and tracking players, reportedly gathered information on Yamal’s availability and potential transfer situation. However, the club insists this was purely exploratory and far from any formal negotiation or bid.
At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal is widely regarded as one of the brightest young talents in the football world. His impressive performances for Barcelona this season have made him a key figure in the club’s long-term plans, with many considering him the cornerstone of Barcelona’s future ambitions.
