Paris Saint-Germain strengthened its staff with the arrival of Illya Zabarnyi, a €66 million transfer that reflects the importance attached to this player by coach Luis Enrique. For several months, the Parisian club had been in contact with the central Ukrainian defender, but it was Enrique who made Zabarnyi a priority, looking for a player capable of integrating perfectly into his game system and preparing for the gradual transition of Marquinhos. Zabarnyi’s choice was motivated by his young, talented and adaptable profile, and the player himself was convinced by the Parisian project, refusing other offers. The coach insisted on speeding up the transfer, stressing Zabarnyi’s technical and physical qualities, which were essential to his style of play and the constant improvement of the collective.

In parallel to this recruit, Lucas Hernandez pointed out that the team is not yet at its optimal level after a short summer and limited preparation. He insists on the importance of daily work and physical recovery to regain the form and the best level of play. Despite the difficulty faced by Nantes, Hernandez points to victory as a priority and the strength of the Parisian collective, stressing the freshness of the players returning from injury. The message is clear: the PSG is working hard and preparing to return to its peak, with renewed ambition for the coming season.

Illya Zabarnyi expresses her satisfaction and enthusiasm after her first minutes with the PSG, stressing her pleasure to play with the ball and her concentration against an organized opponent. He says he is motivated by pressure and willing to give the best of himself to help his teammates and the club in all competitions. The young defender is pleased with his integration and determined to fight for this team, demonstrating his ambition and willingness to contribute to the success of the PSG.