Barcelona Eye Bold Move for PSG’s Désiré Doué Amid Transfer Speculation
Despite a relatively calm atmosphere at Barcelona, speculation is mounting about a potential transfer that could shake up the European market.
Reports in England suggest that Barça are making a serious push to sign Désiré Doué, the highly rated young midfielder at Paris Saint-Germain. The 19-year-old has quickly become one of Europe’s brightest prospects, impressing last season and earning the full trust of Luis Enrique, who sees him as a cornerstone of PSG’s future.
That makes any approach from Barcelona extremely complicated. Doué is considered untouchable in Paris, and the club is confident he will remain central to their long-term project.
For Barcelona, the pursuit is further complicated by their ongoing financial struggles. After missing out on targets like Nico Williams and settling for a short-term loan of Marcus Rashford, the Catalans remain constrained in the market. On top of that, their tense history with PSG — highlighted by the record-breaking loss of Neymar — makes negotiations especially delicate.
Analysts warn that a rushed move for Doué could backfire, both financially and technically, with potential ripple effects on Barça’s own rising stars, particularly Lamine Yamal.
For now, PSG hold firm. But as Barcelona continue to seek the next generational talent, their interest in Doué is a clear signal of intent — even if the odds remain heavily stacked against them.
