Juba Touabi, Media365, Published on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:45pm
29-year-old Slovakian central defender Milan Skriniar could spend his final moments in a Paris Saint-Germain shirt.
Arriving in 2023 with ambitions to establish himself as a pillar of Paris' defence, he now finds himself at odds with coach Luis Enrique's plans. Now on the transfer list for the winter transfer window, his future appears to lie far from the French capital. Since joining PSG, Skriniar has gone through a complicated period, with recurring injuries and fierce competition for the central defender position. These difficulties have seen him relegated to a secondary role, making just five appearances in Ligue 1 this season. This record is far from initial expectations.
Skriniar will have to make a decision
Despite this delicate situation, Slovaks have no shortage of suitors. According to information from RMC SportsTurkish club Galatasaray would be in pole position to welcome the player, considering a loan as their preferred solution. This potential transfer reflects the Turkish champions' desire to strengthen their backline with experienced players. While the Istanbul club appear to be holding on to their rope, Skriniar is also attracting interest from English and Italian clubs. However, the fact that these discussions have not yet made any concrete progress is evidence that he is still highly regarded despite his short playing time in Paris.
Skriniar, who is currently with PSG in Qatar preparing for the Champions Trophy, could soon see his future decisions as the winter transfer window gets into full swing. For athletes, going abroad will be an opportunity to restart their careers. On PSG's part, this separation will allow them to reduce wages and redeploy personnel to a profile that better suits Luis Enrique's needs. The results of this case will likely come out soon. The next few weeks will be crucial for Skriniar and PSG, a period where their every move will be scrutinized.
2025-01-03 13:45:09
Galatasaray are in pole position to sign Skriniar.