Bayern and Leverkusen eye French talent from PSG in transfer race

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·5 February 2026

Bayern and Leverkusen eye French talent from PSG in transfer race

Emmanuel Mbemba, a 17-year-old defender trained at Paris Saint-Germain and under contract until 2026, is reportedly set to leave this summer. L’Equipe reports today that the Titi is heading to Germany, with progress being made by Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen.

“Will the Parisian management and coach be able to pull off the same move with Emmanuel Mbemba? The versatile defender’s contract runs until June 2026 and he is being courted in Germany. Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen have made progress in recent weeks. Several sources have even indicated in the past few hours that there has been a rapprochement with Bayern, who are now the favorites to sign the 17-year-old Frenchman. The left-footer, a U18 international (6 caps), now has to decide on his future.”

Nothing is impossible; French talents are often targeted by the Bundesliga, and there is a certain appeal to a league that does not hesitate to put young players in the spotlight, with a very open style of play that allows some to showcase their abilities. Mbemba could be tempted by these two major clubs, even if it’s not clear that there would be more opportunities at Bayern than at PSG.

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Moreover, the Parisian club may still have a say in this matter. We have already seen major twists when it comes to signing a first professional contract. Let’s remain cautious until it’s all settled. But we do not know to what extent Paris wants to keep the young defender, even if it is possible for the player who has played with France’s U17 team.

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