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“I spoke with PSG” – Serie A attacker would have given new look Paris team a very different shape

PSG had a major squad refresh in the summer, and it sounds like they almost signed a very different profile of attacker. If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 12:13 PM
“I spoke with PSG” – Serie A attacker would have given new look Paris team a very different shape
Key Things to Know
  • Charles De Ketelaere confirmed he held transfer talks with Paris Saint-Germain during the summer window.
  • Atalanta were reportedly demanding around €50 million for a permanent transfer.
  • PSG ultimately chose to sign attacker Ferran Torres instead of De Ketelaere.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Atalanta attacker Charles De Ketelaere revealed in an interview with La Derniere Heure that he held talks with Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window. The Belgian forward noted that interest existed from several sides, but Atalanta's reported asking price of approximately €50 million proved to be an obstacle to completing a permanent transfer.

De Ketelaere explained that PSG ultimately decided to sign Ferran Torres instead of him. He added that he remains content at Atalanta, emphasizing the importance of securing regular starting minutes following his previous stint with AC Milan.

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