Paris Saint-Germain have taken Belgian-Moroccan winger Ilian Mhand on trial with their Under-21 side, according to reports from L’Équipe.
The 19-year-old arrives at the French champions as a free agent following the bankruptcy of Belgian second-division club KMSK Deinze, where he had been contracted.
The club’s financial collapse has allowed Mhand to move without a transfer fee, opening the door for PSG to bring him in for evaluation.
Mhand, who hails from Brussels, is relatively unknown on the European stage, having made only three appearances for Deinze in the Challenger Pro League this season.
Despite his limited senior experience, PSG appear interested in assessing his potential within their youth setup.
His arrival in the French capital marks a significant opportunity in the winger’s career, as he attempts to earn a permanent place in one of the most competitive academies in Europe.
While PSG’s senior squad features global superstars, the club’s U21s have increasingly been used as a developmental springboard for young players aiming to break into professional football.
For now, Mhand is training with the reserves and is said to be settling in well. His progress will be closely monitored by the technical staff at Camp des Loges, where many of PSG’s emerging prospects are shaped.
Mhand’s background includes dual nationality, holding both Belgian and Moroccan citizenship. That dual heritage places him among a growing list of North African talents who have drawn attention from top European clubs in recent years.
With no financial risk involved in the trial, PSG may view Mhand as a low-cost project who could grow within their system or eventually be loaned or sold.
The trial period will determine whether the young winger has the technical, physical, and tactical profile to be developed further by the club.
PSG’s U21 side, currently focused on national and international youth competitions, often features a blend of academy graduates and carefully selected trialists.
Competition for places remains intense, but players who demonstrate consistency and potential can earn professional contracts or be integrated into senior training sessions.
As of now, there has been no confirmation from PSG regarding a permanent deal, and it remains to be seen whether Mhand will be retained beyond his trial period.
However, with Deinze’s financial collapse cutting short his previous campaign, the winger now has a rare chance to prove himself at one of Europe’s elite institutions.
The coming weeks will be crucial for the teenager, as he seeks to make a lasting impression in a highly demanding environment.
