€45 million bid rebuffed as PSG chase Akliouche in Paris

Paris Saint‑Germain are poised to complete the €45 million signing of 24‑year‑old France international attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche after the Principality club turned down the bid, with the deal reported by Fabrizio Romano and expected to see him join Luis Enrique’s side in Paris.

The transfer brings PSG and AS Monaco to the brink of finalising Akliouche’s move, after the Ligue 1 champions’ €45 million offer was rejected. Both clubs have moved beyond preliminary talks to concrete terms, with only a few details left to iron out.

PSG have identified Akliouche as the ideal replacement for Lee Kang‑in, who departed for Atlético de Madrid in a €40 million transaction. The French midfielder’s profile matches the back‑to‑back UEFA Champions League winners’ tactical needs.

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Adding Akliouche would bolster Luis Enrique’s ranks, providing depth to the attacking midfield and reinforcing the side’s creative options. His arrival would also maintain the squad’s balance after the recent departure.

For AS Monaco, the agreement promises a substantial €45 million fee after previously turning down the same bid, reflecting the persistence of both parties during weeks of negotiations.

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Akliouche’s performances with the Principality side have earned him a place in Didier Deschamps’ 2026 World Cup squad, confirming his rising stature on the international stage.