Manchester United and Liverpool eye PSG’s €50m Ibrahim Mbaye

Manchester United have entered the race for Paris Saint‑Germain’s 18‑year‑old striker Ibrahim Mbaye, a player valued at around €50 million (R$ 300 million), as the Os Red Devils compete with fellow Premier League side Liverpool for his signature. The Senegalese forward has attracted interest from several of Europa’s biggest clubs, prompting the English giants to make formal contact with PSG.

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Liverpool are also monitoring the young attacker, adding to the competition for his services. Limited first‑team opportunities at Paris Saint‑Germain, which has already begun the season by lifting another title, could make a departure more likely during this transfer window.

PSG’s valuation and contract

Paris Saint‑Germain have set a price of roughly €50 million (R$ 300 million) for Mbaye, a figure considered significant for an 18‑year‑old who has yet to become a regular starter. His contract runs until 2028, meaning the French champions are not under immediate pressure to sell.

While a loan move remains on the table, PSG could also contemplate a permanent transfer if a club meets their valuation. The club faces a difficult decision, as the striker may struggle for regular minutes next season given the depth of attacking options already available.

Manchester United see Mbaye’s versatility as a major attraction; he can operate on both flanks and centrally, giving manager Michael Carrick a range of tactical choices. The left‑wing position appears the most natural fit for him at Old Trafford.

United have been actively seeking another left‑sided striker this window, citing a lack of a consistent game‑winner in that role. Mbaye would not be required to start immediately, allowing the club to integrate him gradually while he continues to develop.

If United believe the youngster can evolve into a high‑level attacker, his ability to cover multiple offensive positions could justify the €50 million outlay, despite his limited senior experience at Paris Saint‑Germain.