The Saudi club, after an offer of 30 million euros rejected by PSG, now offers 45 million to poach Marco Verratti.
During Paris Saint-Germain’s Asian tour, Marco Verratti hardly played. The fault in particular of superfluous kilos noted on his return from vacation. Luis Enrique is waiting for the Italian to be in better physical shape to play him more. But will he get the chance? Because it is not impossible that the number 6 of the capital club is transferred during this summer transfer window.
Indeed, Saudi Arabia is making eyes at the “little owl”, in particular the Al-Hilal club. The latter had made a first offer of 30 million euros to poach him. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Middle Eastern club would have returned to the charge by offering 45 million. “PSG President Nasser Al Khelaifi still has no intention of accepting on these current terms. If the offer isn’t much higher, Verratti could stay at PSG.”says the journalist.
Understand Al Hilal have improved their proposal for Marco Verratti in the recent days; from €30m up to €45m fixed fee 🔵🇸🇦
🔴🔵 PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi has still no intention to accept at current conditions. If bid won’t be way higher, Verratti could stay at PSG. pic.twitter.com/BwRzWnu7TY
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 8, 2023
Marco Verratti has been playing for the club founded in 1970 for eleven years now. Long considered the darling of the Parc des Princes, the native of Pescara has seen his rating drop in the eyes of supporters, especially during the last season. During this one, the Italian international chained injuries and average performances. As a reminder, he is linked to PSG until June 2026.
