PSG Eyes Benfica’s Tomás Araújo as Skriniar Departure Looms

With the potential departure of Milan Skriniar looming as the summer transfer window draws to a close, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is racing against time to secure another right-footed central defender. Reports suggest that Luis Campos has initiated contact with young Benfica player Tomás Araújo, a move that was not initially on the agenda.

On June 6, Milan Skriniar, the 29-year-old defender, made his intentions clear regarding his future at PSG, stating, “I want to stay in Paris, of course, I have four years left on my contract. I am very happy, and my family is too. If I hadn’t been injured, we would be talking differently about my season. No one at the club has mentioned anything about a possible departure.” Skriniar was signed on a free transfer by PSG just a year ago after leaving Inter Milan.

Things Take a Turn for Skriniar

Although it initially seemed that Skriniar would be entering his second season at the Parc des Princes, he is now on the brink of exiting the club. Current trends indicate that PSG is keen on parting ways with him before the summer transfer window closes, as he does not fit into Luis Enrique’s plans. Reports suggest that while a return to Serie A seems unlikely, Skriniar may find a new opportunity in Saudi Arabia, with Al-Nassr showing keen interest. In the meantime, PSG is actively seeking a replacement.

A Surprise Addition for PSG?

Additionally, reports have surfaced of PSG’s last-minute interest in Tomás Araújo, a 22-year-old defender from Benfica Lisbon. This unexpected recruitment of a right-footed central defender could serve as a direct replacement for the anticipated departure of Skriniar. The question remains whether an agreement can be reached at this advanced stage of the summer transfer window.