LThe schedule of uis Campos is relentless. It’s nothing new, but these days it’s getting tight. On Friday, he was in Lausanne with PSG’s U21 team in the semi-finals Youth League, in favor of which punishments were decided Real Madrid (1-1, 4-5). The day before, in a different environment, he watched Braga-Betis in the Europa League (4-2; 1-1 in the first leg). QSI, owners of PSG and minority shareholders of Braga, connects both worlds and the Portuguese go between.
While Paris Saint-Germain are fighting for the Champions League and Ligue 1, the club is also working on the next step. They want to fix the group without breaking it up. The key word is clear: continuity.
In recent weeks, trips and reports have multiplied. More live games, more data, more competitive context. Campos regularly meets with agents, often in Paris hotels, to take the pulse of the market. From there come the names that then end up on the table with Luis Enrique and Nasser Al-Khelaifi. First the format is defined, then negotiations begin.
In this search, representatives Gabriel Martinelli and Yan Diomande have appeared. The pace does not slow down even on big days: on the morning of PSG-Liverpool in the Champions League (2-0 and 2-0) there were also meetings. After a low summer – three signings: Lucas Chevalier, Illia Zabarnyi and Renato Marin – no turnaround is expected. Campos opens up a number of positions but points to two needs: a defender and an offensive player.
On the PSG campus, they rule out revolution. The club is happy with its core and wants to keep it. The backbone is formed by Marquinhos, Fabian Ruiz – recently renewed – and Ousmane DembeleBallon d’Or winner. The Frenchman, who is under contract until 2028, is closing in on a renewal that the club believes is on the right track.
Determination of the day Marquinhos is also pending. The 31-year-old captain, who is under contract until 2028, has freedom if he decides to change careers. This has already happened in the last two summers: he waited until the end of the European season to make his decision. PSG do not want to be without an answer and have already activated options.
Continuity as a basis for the project
The mirror is Real Madrid, built on long-term stability. “We are not going to sign for the sake of signing,” they say at the club. This approach is paralleled by several open fronts. Bradley Barcola (23 years old, contract until 2028) did not agree to his renewal and negotiations have stalled. Senny Mayulu (19) is entering his final year without a contract.
Plan A is for one or two reinforcements to level up. Plan B is already in place: three names per position and three investment levels. List closed and confirmed with Luis Enrique. The coach’s message is straightforward: only players who add value come. Meanwhile, the dressing room is also under pressure. Players like Lee Kang-in, Goncalo Ramos and Lucas Beraldo are demanding minutes and pushing for a scenario the club is trying to contain.