PSG suffer blow as Premier League giants steps up interest in key target | Sporting News

Illya Zabarnyi, a highly sought-after center-back from Bournemouth, is on the radar of major clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea as PSG's interest may not suffice against the Premier League giants. With his impressive track record, punters might consider betting on a potential outcome of his transfer to one of these English clubs due to intensified negotiations, especially if they are willing to meet Bournemouth's asking price.

PSG’s hopes of signing Bournemouth’s Illya Zabarnyi have taken a hit with top Premier League clubs ramping up their efforts to land the 22-year-old center-back. As per Tribuna via Le10Sport, both Liverpool and Chelsea are now actively pursuing Zabarnyi.

The Ukrainian defender, who impressed with 36 Premier League appearances last season, is high on multiple shortlists after a standout campaign alongside Dean Huijsen. A post shared by Illia Zabarnyi (@illiazabarnyi) Zabarnyi, who already has 48 senior caps for Ukraine, has emerged as one of the most reliable 1v1 defenders in the English top flight, and his consistent form has not gone unnoticed.

PSG had opened talks with Bournemouth, as first reported by L’Équipe’s Loïc Tanzi, and the player had indicated his preference to join the French giants before the FIFA Club World Cup.

Despite his preference, Bournemouth’s asking price, which is reportedly around £60 million [$81m], has opened the door for rival bids. According to iPaper, English clubs are expected to negotiate starting around £50 million [$60m].

Liverpool, in need of defensive reinforcements, and Chelsea, still recalibrating under Enzo Maresca, are said to be accelerating talks. There are also various reports that Newcastle and Manchester City admire the player, though no formal bids have yet been tabled.

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