Ilya Zabarnyi Set to Join PSG from Bournemouth
UPDATE: Paris Saint-Germain is about to finalize the signing of Ilya Zabarnyi from Premier League side Bournemouth. The deal is in its final stages, with only few details left to complete. The Ukrainian Defender is set to sign a five-year contract.
The 21-year-old centre-back from Ukraine, Ilya Zabarnyi currently plays for AFC Bournemouth in the English Premier League and is known for his strength, positioning. Zabarnyi started his career with Dynamo Kyiv prior moving to Bournemouth in early 2023. Beside this He has also been a regular member of the Ukrainian Team.
PSG seems to create a new transformation and new sporting strategy by bringing young potential players rather than relying on big names. The Ukrainian defender fits this new philosophy perfectly. The French club sees him as a long-term solution to strengthen their defensive lineup alongside experienced players like Marquinhos and Milan Škriniar.
PSG has been in direct contact with Bournemouth, and talks between them have been described as “positive.” Only a few things remain before the move is officially confirmed. Although the player has already agreed personal terms with PSG, final talks between the clubs are ongoing.on
Bournemouth are ready to finalise the deal but are of the view that they get fair value for a promising young defender who has become an important part of their squad in the Premier League.
If Zabarnyi moves to the PSG, his arrival will bring healthy competition in the squad.
Zabarnyi is widely recognized for his:
Composure on the ball, Strong tackling
His experience in the Premier League has made him more physically and mentally prepared for top-level football. PSG’s defense has lacked consistency at times, and the addition of a young, intelligent defender could bring stability and depth.
