Paris Saint-Germain are considering a move for Chelsea right-back Malo Gusto as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
The French club are assessing whether the 23-year-old is worth Chelsea’s reported €87m valuation, with manager Luis Enrique understood to have approved the player as a potential alternative to Achraf Hakimi.
The possibility of a move has been reported by English newspaper The Sun, although it has not been confirmed in France. Chelsea are open to selling Gusto, particularly following Marco Balestra’s arrival at Stamford Bridge, but Paris Saint-Germain are unlikely to meet the full asking price.
Gusto, who was born in Decines-Charpieu, progressed through the youth system at Olympique Lyonnais before joining Chelsea in 2023 for €35m.
He made 49 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea last season, scoring three goals and providing five assists. He was also selected by France for the 2026 World Cup.
Manchester City, who are looking for a right-back, have also placed Gusto on their list of transfer targets. Chelsea have not ruled out the possibility of allowing the France international to leave, although his valuation is regarded as high despite his ability and potential.
The Sun says Paris Saint-Germain are studying a possible deal to decide whether Gusto justifies that fee. His profile is believed to appeal particularly to Luis Enrique, who sees him as an option to provide cover or competition for Hakimi.
However, signing a right-back has not been a priority for Paris Saint-Germain this summer. Warren Zaire-Emery performed well when operating as an alternative to Hakimi, reducing the urgency to recruit in that position.
The club have already been linked with several other players as they seek to reinforce their squad. Lucas Digne and Maghnes Akliouche are reportedly close to joining, although neither transfer has been officially announced.
Paris Saint-Germain are also pursuing goalkeeper Zion Suzuki of Parma and Ajax midfielder Mika Godts. Both potential deals are considered complicated, but negotiations remain ongoing.
The club’s recruitment plans come 67 days after they won the Champions League for a second time. Paris Saint-Germain began their latest campaign on Wednesday with a 3-0 victory over Mallorca, who had been relegated to Spain’s second tier.
They did so without a large number of their international players, but the shortage did not prevent the French champions from continuing their search for new signings.
It remains unclear whether Gusto will eventually move to Paris Saint-Germain. The possibility has yet to receive confirmation in France, while Chelsea’s willingness to consider a sale means the outcome may depend largely on whether the French club are prepared to negotiate a fee closer to the London side’s expectations.
