A major transfer in European football is approaching. The powerful French club — Paris Saint-Germain is on the verge of signing Ukrainian national team and Bournemouth central defender Ilya Zabarnyi. This was announced by reliable football insider journalist Nicolo Schira on his social media pages.
According to reports, the parties have reached an agreement and are currently working on the finer details of the personal contract. Zabarnyi is close to signing a long-term deal with the Paris club, specifically until 2030.
40 million euros for the young defender
The transfer fee for the 22-year-old player is estimated at 40 million euros. If this deal goes through, Zabarnyi could become one of the most expensive defenders in the history of Ukrainian football. This is a clear recognition of his stable and reliable performance in recent years.
Stood out with his performance in England
Zabarnyi has played 36 matches in the Premier League this season with Bournemouth. He has several important defensive statistics and has provided one assist. He received four warnings (yellow cards) and was forced to leave the field once (red card).
A new phase begins at PSG
Zabarnyi's move to PSG is seen as one of the important steps to strengthen the Paris club's defense. Especially, there is a significant need for young and talented defenders within the framework of the team's new coaching vision. Zabarnyi is expected to secure a place in the starting lineup of PSG with his technique, ability to read the game, and durable physical condition.
Now, the attention of the football world is focused on the official confirmation and transfer details. However, one thing is clear — Ilya Zabarnyi is awaiting another test on the big stage.
