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Galatasaray is preparing an official offer for Paris Saint-Germain's 21-year-old Brazilian defender Lucas Beraldo, seeking a loan deal with a purchase option during the January transfer window.
Galatasaray has reportedly already begun transfer work to strengthen its defensive line.
The club plans to add reinforcements to its backline and aims to bolster center-back rotation.
Technical Director Okan Buruk wants a player who can comfortably complement Davinson Sanchez and Abdulkerim Bardakci, according to reports. Buruk, who prefers to use Wilfried Singo primarily at right-back, will request a center-back addition.
Beraldo was back on the agenda after Galatasaray wanted to add him to the squad during the summer transfer window.
The Yellow-Reds, seeking a left-footed center-back for the position played by Abdulkerim, could not reach an agreement with PSG regarding the Brazilian player's transfer fee.
Galatasaray will knock on the French giant's door once again. The club wants to loan the 21-year-old Brazilian with a purchase option, and officials are preparing a formal offer, according to reports.
The Yellow-Reds are expected to conduct intensive negotiations with the French club during the January transfer window.
Beraldo, who has appeared in only five league matches for PSG this season, reportedly looks favorably on moving to a team where he can get more playing time.
Beraldo's contract with PSG expires in June 2028. The defender's market value is listed at €25 million.
Brazilian center-back Lucas Beraldo is a former student of Fenerbahce legend Alex de Souza at Sao Paulo.
Beraldo played in 13 matches during Alex's time as technical director at Sao Paulo, scoring two goals and playing 1,169 minutes.
Beraldo has worn the PSG jersey since January 2024 and has won several major championships.
Beraldo won the Champions League and UEFA Super Cup with PSG, along with two French Ligue 1 titles, two French Cups and two French Super Cups.
The Brazilian defender has made four appearances for Brazil's national team. Born Nov. 24, 2003, in Piracicaba, Brazil, Beraldo stands 1.86 meters tall and plays as a center-back.
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