Diomandé opens the door
Yan Diomandé has publicly declared his love for PSG, telling reporters the club is "a team I've loved since I was a little kid" (2) (4). The RB Leipzig defender, also tracked by Liverpool, confirmed he was happy PSG won the Champions League, his father is a supporter (4). He stopped short of committing to a move, saying he is focused on the World Cup and will assess his future after that (4). For a player your club has been watching closely, this is as clear a come-and-get-me as you will see.
Barcelona enter the Alvarez race
Barcelona have made the first move to sign Julian Alvarez ahead of PSG, according to reports from Spain (5). The Atletico Madrid forward is one of the most sought-after attackers this summer. PSG have been linked with Alvarez for months, but Barça's early push means your club may need to act fast if Luis Enrique wants him.
PSG scouting Spanish second-tier defender
Your scouts are tracking Jorge Salinas, a defender playing in Spain's Segunda División (1). Jorge Mendes is involved in the player's representation, which often signals a deal has legs. No bid yet, but this is the kind of under-the-radar move Luis Campos has built his reputation on.
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Trophée des Champions venue decided by coin toss
The venue for PSG's Trophée des Champions clash with RC Lens was settled by a coin flip (3). The match, your first competitive fixture of the new season, will now have its location confirmed by the LFP shortly. A coin toss deciding a trophy venue, only in French football.
Two-star collector shirt restock coming
PSG are planning a restock of the two-star Champions League collector shirt exclusively through the club's online store (6). The shirt, celebrating your back-to-back European titles, sold out quickly after the final. No date yet, but keep your eyes on the official store.
Dugarry digs at Arsenal after final
Christophe Dugarry did not hold back after PSG beat Arsenal in the Champions League final, saying Mikel Arteta's side produced "absolutely nothing" in Budapest (7). PSG won on penalties after a 1–1 draw, with Marquinhos lifting the trophy alongside Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Back-to-back European titles, this team is defining an era.
Fan reactions
Fans are still buzzing from Budapest. Beraldo's ice-cold fifth penalty is getting hero treatment on the subreddit, supporters calling it the best spot-kick of the shootout. The Diomandé quotes have also lit up the community, with many reading his comments as a clear transfer signal. Read the thread
