Transfer news – PSG target Real Madrid’s €150m star

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·4 May 2026

Transfer news – PSG target Real Madrid’s €150m star

The 2026 summer transfer window is already being prepared within clubs, and rumors surrounding Paris Saint-Germain are piling up. This time, it is Marca reporting PSG’s interest in Joan Martinez, an 18-year-old defender under contract with Real Madrid until 2029.

PSG are said to have already made a move.

“The Parisian club has set its sights on Castilla, and more specifically on Joan Martínez. The 18-year-old has not yet made his official debut for Real Madrid, but he is one of the academy players with the best chance of joining the first team soon. This interest has also attracted the attention of several clubs outside Valdebebas (Real Madrid’s training center), where he is being closely monitored. Luis Campos made his interest in the player official some time ago and is already aware of the details of his contractual situation with Real Madrid. It is a first step toward the ultimate goal: bringing him under Luis Enrique’s orders. Real Madrid are protecting the young center-back effectively; now that he is 18, he has extended his contract until 2029 with a release clause of 150 million euros.”

Of course, the utmost caution is needed with this rumor. Nothing is certain, and every year dozens of players are said to be on Paris’s radar without the slightest confirmation ever following. Even more so when the name is mentioned in a Spanish outlet, which likes to spice things up by placing PSG in the story. Especially when it involves FC Barcelona or Real Madrid.

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Here, it cannot be ruled out that Joan Martinez, a very promising defender, appeals to Paris. But many other options may exist, and nothing says that the capital club truly intends to make a real attempt. Especially with such a high release clause, which gives Real Madrid a certain peace of mind in any negotiation. A club that has defensive issues, notably because of injuries, and could give Joan Martinez his chance. For now, he remains very far from PSG.

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