For several years, the relationship between Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser al-Khelaïfi and FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has swung between confrontation and reconciliation, shaped by political episodes (the Super League, the EFC) and sporting ones (the remontada, transfers). The current context now puts the two clubs back in focus as major Champions League rivals.
· beppe marotta, marco tronchetti provera, inter milan
Beppe Marotta used Paris Saint-Germain's example to soften concerns about Inter's European start, arguing that a club can rebound after a rough stretch.
A Kantar study dated October 19, 2026 places Paris Saint-Germain at the top of attractiveness in France, with 38% of football-interested people naming them as their club of heart.
· antoine semenyo, enzo maresca, manchester city, ligue des champions
Antoine Semenyo will be sidelined for eight weeks after an injury against Ipswich Town, as announced by coach Enzo Maresca on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Paris Saint-Germain launches a collaboration with the NFL around the league’s first game in France, including two PSG × NFL jerseys, a New Orleans Saints capsule, and a week of events in Paris.
· sidney govou, luis enrique, uefa champions league
Sidney Govou believes Paris Saint-Germain holds a clear edge over European rivals, as the club beat Manchester City 4-2 at the Etihad on October 14, 2026.
· kamil syprzak, roberto garcia parrondo, luka karabatic
The Polish pivot, 35, has extended his contract with PSG Handball for one season, keeping him at the club through 2028 for his ninth year with the team.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, Lucas Digne started for PSG at Strasbourg but failed to convince, replaced by Nuno Mendes in the 53rd minute; Mendes later left the match with a thigh problem.
· ander herrera, real zaragoza, spanish third division
Former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Ander Herrera, now 37, rejoined his hometown club Real Zaragoza this summer and donates his symbolic salary to the club's foundation.
On 18 October 2026, Mika Godts, 21-year-old Paris Saint-Germain striker, was seen at the wheel of a Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, with options pushing the price toward €300,000.
Javier Pastore is reportedly in talks with Julián Álvarez to become his agent and pitch a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, renewing questions about a Parc des Princes return.
