Paris Saint-Germain sign Monaco midfielder Maghnes Akliouche on six-year deal

Paris Saint-Germain have officially signed Maghnes Akliouche from AS Monaco, ending months of speculation over the highly rated attacking midfielder’s future. The 23-year-old completed his move to the capital on Thursday, 6 August, and has agreed a contract with the reigning two-time Champions League holders until 2031.

PSG confirmed the transfer across their official platforms after reaching an agreement with Monaco believed to be worth €50m. The deal brings to a close one of the most closely followed sagas of the summer transfer window, with the Paris club having pursued Akliouche for several months.

Born in Tremblay-en-France, Akliouche now returns to the capital to continue his development at one of Europe’s most ambitious clubs. His arrival represents a significant addition to PSG’s attacking options, with the player capable of operating in midfield or in a more advanced role behind the forward line.

Akliouche is regarded as one of the leading talents of his generation. His technical ability, versatility and vision are expected to give the Parisian coaching staff further possibilities in the final third.

The midfielder came through Monaco’s academy and leaves the club after making a lasting impression at the Stade Louis-II. He played 139 matches for the first team and scored 23 goals during his time with the club.

He was also Monaco’s most-used player during the most recent Ligue 1 season. Akliouche featured regularly under both Adi Hutter and Sebastien Pocognoli, highlighting the importance he had assumed within the team regardless of the change in management.

His consistency was a key feature of his final campaign with Monaco and helped establish him as a central figure in the squad. PSG’s decision to commit to a six-year contract underlines the club’s intention to build part of its future around promising French players with significant potential.

Akliouche joins Paris Saint-Germain at an important stage of his career, with the opportunity to take the next step in his development while competing for honours in France and Europe. The move gives him the platform to establish himself at a club pursuing success on both the domestic and continental stages.

For PSG, the transfer secures the long-awaited signing of a player they have followed closely for much of the summer. For Monaco, it brings an end to the spell of a home-grown talent who became an increasingly important member of their first team.