PSG's goalkeeping gamble: targeting Suzuki after Safonov's rise

Paris Saint‑Germain have identified a shortage in goalkeeping depth after Matvey Safonov cemented the No.1 spot, prompting the French club to target Japan international Zion Suzuki, 23, with Wednesday reports indicating PSG are ready to meet Parma’s €30 million asking price and may loan the keeper immediately.

Matvey Safonov has cemented the No.1 spot at Paris Saint‑Germain, leaving the club with a clear need for a reliable backup to cover injuries and rotation. The Russian keeper’s undisputed status has prompted the French side to look beyond its current roster.

Zion Suzuki, 23, is Parma’s first‑choice goalkeeper and has logged 57 Serie A appearances over the past two seasons. He has also earned 28 caps for Japan, attracting interest from several high‑profile European clubs, including Juventus.

Parma have set an asking price of around €30 million to release Suzuki this summer, and Wednesday reports confirm Paris Saint‑Germain are prepared to meet that figure. The willingness follows PSG’s €50 million‑plus outlay on Lucas Chevalier last summer, showing the club’s capacity to invest heavily in the position.

PSG may sign Suzuki and immediately loan him out to guarantee regular first‑team action, while retaining his registration for the 2026‑27 campaign. Such an arrangement would address the limited playing time he would face behind Safonov.

Footmercato’s Santi Aouna says PSG have been in contact with Parma, Suzuki and his representatives over the past few days, and negotiations are now making progress. Wednesday’s reports confirm the club’s openness to both a permanent transfer and a subsequent loan, suggesting a deal could be finalised before the summer window closes.

Suzuki was recently seen speaking to teammate Abdoulaye Ndiaye during Parma’s Serie A clash with Inter Milan at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on 3 May 2026 in Milan. The sighting underscores his active role at Parma as talks with Paris Saint‑Germain continue.