PSG set to sign Russian midfielder Batrakov this summer
With the 2025-2026 season wrapped up in triumph, Paris Saint-Germain are already setting their sights on the next campaign, ready to strengthen a squad that just claimed back-to-back UEFA Champions League glory.
After lifting the Champions League trophy by overcoming Arsenal in a dramatic final decided on penalties (1-1, 4-3), the PSG squad now has its eyes fixed on an unprecedented third straight European crown. To achieve that, the club’s leadership is actively exploring options to bolster the team’s depth and firepower. Among the targets in their crosshairs is Russian playmaker Aleksey Batrakov, a rising star from Lokomotiv Moscow whose creativity and goal threat have drawn strong interest.
Confirmed: Batrakov’s move to Paris gathering pace
The transfer talks have reached an advanced stage. According to the latest updates, Batrakov’s agent, Dmitry Cheltsov, has publicly indicated that the 20-year-old midfielder is on the verge of joining the French champions. Speaking during a live television appearance, Cheltsov revealed, «It’s time to confirm that, with 95% certainty, Batrakov will be wearing the PSG jersey next season. Both clubs have already held over ten phone conversations, and Luis Campos is scheduled to travel to Moscow this week to finalize the paperwork. Barring any unforeseen obstacles, this move is all but done. The fee is set at €25 million, with an additional €5 to €6 million per year in wages.»
Batrakov’s 2025-2026 numbers speak for themselves: 17 goals and 13 assists across all competitions in 36 appearances for Lokomotiv Moscow. His blend of technical skill, vision, and goal-scoring ability aligns perfectly with the PSG recruitment strategy under the current regime.
