Premier League Giants Circle As PSG Move To Block Illia Zabarnyi Transfer Deal

His solid stint at Bournemouth left a strong impression across England. Despite a mixed spell in Paris, Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are actively monitoring his situation regarding a potential return to the Premier League.

According to several media reports, approaches intensified during the last summer transfer window with direct enquiries made to Parisian decision-makers. Representatives of Illia Zabarnyi also took advantage of discussions regarding English midfielder Curtis Jones to gauge concrete interest from Liverpool chiefs.

The Paris Saint-Germain hierarchy have reportedly issued a firm refusal to the English approaches. The capital club lack reliable depth behind the central defensive pairing of Marquinhos and Willian Pacho, making any premature departure out of the question.

Signed for €65 million in August 2025, the Ukrainian international remains tied to PSG until June 2030 on a five-year deal. In Ligue 1, Illia Zabarnyi started 26 of 28 matches during the 2025-2026 campaign. However, his playing time was restricted to 7 appearances in the Champions League.

The Parisian recruitment team is actively exploring the market to bring in a right-footed centre-back during the January transfer window. Luis Enrique wants a profile that perfectly matches his build-up principles to bolster his central defence and prepare for the succession of his key players.

This winter pursuit directly impacts the long-term future of Illia Zabarnyi within the squad. A new defensive addition could pave the way for a move to England. However, sanctioning a transfer without a proper replacement would leave the Parisian season dangerously exposed.