De Ketelaere confirms PSG's interest!

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·25 September 2026

De Ketelaere confirms PSG's interest!

Charles De Ketelaere, the 25-year-old Atalanta forward (under contract until 2028) and Belgium international, was mentioned among Paris Saint-Germain’s targets for the 2026 summer transfer window. In an interview with Dernière Heure, the Belgian international confirmed that he had been in talks with PSG.

De Ketelaere: “I know how important it is to be a starter”

“There were teams interested, but when you see the transfer fees in today’s market, it’s not always easy to leave. I know Atalanta were asking for a lot. I think it was around that amount (€50 million, editor’s note). But you have to find a team willing to pay it. In the Premier League, several teams can do that, but it didn’t happen. I spoke with PSG, but they ultimately chose Ferran Torres. I’m happy at Atalanta. I know how important it is to be a starter from my time at AC Milan. One day, I’d like to fight for titles. I have that ambition, but I’m 25 and I still have time.”

De Ketelaere is clear: a departure was possible during the summer transfer window. There was interest and there were talks, notably with PSG. An interesting prospect, of course. But the Belgian was never going to force a move, especially since there was no particular progress between the clubs. The asking price was high, and Paris were able to explore other options.

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The Belgian knows well how to avoid regrets: he has a good place at Atalanta and interesting things still to play for. There is no need to rush, as his career is still long. It is the same every summer: there are various discussions, and not everything can come to fruition. That is exactly why you always have to wait before being certain.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.