PSG news: Paris St. Germain was linked to the signing of Benjamin Pavard from Bayern Munich during the recently concluded transfer window.
Pavard has been a key player for the Bavarians since joining from VfB Stuttgart in the summer window of 2019. So far, he has made 86 league appearances for the club, scoring five goals.
The 26-year-old helped the Munich team win more than 10 major trophies, including three Bundesliga titles and a UEFA Champions League trophy. He was also part of the 2019-20 Bundesliga Team of the Season.
Pavard is also a key member of the French national team, representing his country 45 times since making his debut in 1986. He was part of the Les Blues team that lifted the FIFA World Cup in 2018.
PSG news: Paris Saint-Germain looked at Benjamin Pavard in the summer
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According to Telefoot (via PSG Talk), Paris Saint-Germain were among the clubs interested in signing Benjamin Pavard in the summer.
In a recent interview, Pavard also revealed that several clubs have approached him during the recently concluded transfer window. He said: “I questioned myself. I had calls from different clubs with my agent.
Then I had the coach with whom we spoke and with whom we have a good relationship”.
However, the France international stayed at the Allianz Arena and is playing a vital role for the Bavarians this season. He has played five Bundesliga games this season, scoring one goal.
Christophe Galtier provides an update on the situation of Hugo Ekitike
PSG manager Christophe Galtier has revealed why Hugo Ekitike hasn’t played much this season.
Speaking to the media, he said: “Hugo is a player with incredible potential. He is discovering the highest level. The young man needs a few sessions to find the right level and create a connection with the attack unit.
Ekitike is one of the most promising attackers in European football. He joined the Parisians on loan from Reims in the recently concluded transfer window. However, he currently has Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi ahead of him in the Parc des Princes pecking order. He has not yet been a starter in a league match for the Parisian team.
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Whats Next?
PSG are currently top of the Ligue 1 table with 22 points from eight games. They will face Nice in the next league before taking on Benfica in the UEFA Champions League on October 6.
