As the summer transfer window drew to a close, Paris Saint-Germain made a late effort to strengthen their defense but faced significant obstacles in securing their goal. If they return to this path, they will have fierce competition.
In August, Loïc Tanzi of L’Équipe reported that PSG had offered Tomás Araújo an annual contract of 5 million euros. However, this decision first depended on offloading a central defender.
In the meantime, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano highlighted Chelsea’s interest in Araújo. Although the Blues have not submitted a formal offer, they have viewed the 22-year-old as a solid option should they offload a defender in the final days of the window.
Ultimately, Benfica kept Araújo. Romano noted that the Portuguese club was reluctant to let him leave Already losing several players earlier this summer.
Chelsea are pushing for Tomás Araújo to strengthen their defense
According to Team discussionChelsea have contacted Benfica over a potential deal for Araújo. The club would be ready to let Axel Disasi leave in January.
O Jogo recently reported that Chelsea, Newcastle and Crystal Palace are among the many clubs interested in the player. The Lisbon club sets its release clause at €100 millionleaving PSG with an all or nothing option.
