The €55m Man: PSG’s Newest Star Kid
Welcome back to another thrilling day of summer transfers, 90min readers! And what a day it is, as Paris Saint-Germain has unveiled their newest acquisition, none other than Portuguese prodigy João Neves. The 19-year-old midfielder has been making waves in the transfer market, and it’s easy to see why – his combination of pace, skill, and drive has convinced the French champions to part with a staggering €59.92m to snatch him away from Benfica.
Make no mistake, Neves has been hotly pursued this summer. Manchester United showed serious interest in his services, but the Reds will now have to redirect their attention elsewhere. In all likelihood, they’ll target another current PSG player, Manuel Ugarte. Speaking of which, here’s what we can expect from the young Portuguese:
Who is João Neves?
A key player for Benfica, Neves has already gained significant experience with the club, amassing 75 appearances and 4 goals across all competitions. Last season, he became an integral part of Jorge Jesus’s setup, making an average of 14 appearances per match. With Benfica, Neves made history, breaking the club’s transfer record, now standing at an astonishing €59.92m – a hefty €4m above his current market value.
To put Neves’ price tag into perspective, consider this: only five teenage players in history have been sold for higher fees – the likes of Kylian Mbappé, João Felix, Mathijs De Ligt, Romeo Lavia, and Anthony Martial. With that in mind, PSG is indeed investing in talent, especially after the departure of none other than Mbappé to Real Madrid.
So, what does the future hold for Neves at PSG? Under the guidance of head coach Christophe Galtier, the talented midfielder will likely have the platform to grow, flourish, and shine alongside established stars like Neymar and Kylian’s new nemesis, Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior. Stay tuned to 90min for updates on PSG’s transfers and what they mean for their upcoming season!
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