PSG’s Shocking Decision: Will They Really Pass on Victor Osimhen This Summer?

In a significant blow to the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the team has lost Gonçalo Ramos to injury, adding to the departure of Kylian Mbappé, who has signed with Real Madrid during the transfer window. This situation has led the media to speculate about the potential acquisition of a striker to fill the void left by Ramos, who is expected to be sidelined for three months. However, it might not be as urgent as it seems. Should PSG consider making a bold move for Victor Osimhen? That’s the question we’re posing today!

PSG has made a sensational start to the Ligue 1 season, scoring a total of 10 goals in their first two matches against Le Havre (4-1) and Montpellier (6-0). This is a stark contrast to the previous season under Luis Enrique, where the team managed just one goal in their first two encounters: a goalless draw against FC Lorient and a 1-1 draw against Toulouse FC. This impressive performance is noteworthy given the absence of Kylian Mbappé and the recent injury to Gonçalo Ramos, who twisted his ankle just 15 minutes into the match against Le Havre last week.

“I need everything, but I am very satisfied with the current team”

Will PSG be looking to bring in a striker to compensate for the loss of Gonçalo Ramos? According to L’Équipe, reported on August 22, the club needs to offload some players before considering such a move. Both Manuel Ugarte and Carlos Soler are on their way to West Ham. Nevertheless, based on Luis Enrique’s comments to DAZN following the impressive display against Montpellier, there might be no necessity for any changes. “I need everything, but I am very satisfied with the current team,” he stated. Furthermore, RMC journalist Daniel Riolo shared on After Foot that PSG is unlikely to pursue a new striker before the transfer window closes on August 30. “Is there a need for a number 9? The coach is happy with the current squad. From what I know, he is quite content and they will likely continue as is,” he remarked.

Enrique and Campos uninterested in Osimhen; are there multiple options for PSG?

What about the ongoing saga surrounding Victor Osimhen? As reported by le10sport.com on July 21, Luis Campos, PSG’s football advisor, has firmly rejected the idea of signing Osimhen and is not considering his potential arrival at the club. On After Foot, Daniel Riolo reiterated that the Osimhen situation is not a priority for PSG. “The transfer market? For the past two weeks, I’ve been hearing various things. Lookman? I quickly said he wouldn’t come. Honestly, if Osimhen arrives before August 30, it would indicate that some very important people in this club are failing to make necessary decisions. It would mean this club isn’t functioning as it should. Osimhen is not the choice of Luis Campos, nor of Luis Enrique, and perhaps even less so of Luis Enrique, in fact. There are few people who want him in Paris,” he explained.

Moreover, Marco Asensio has reportedly impressed PSG decision-makers as a potential number 9 during the match against Montpellier, and Luis Enrique has even considered using Bradley Barcola in the striker position. Not to mention, Randal Kolo Muani is also available, adding to the options for the team.