The latest reports in the media suggest that the Pescara-owned youngster is closing in on a deal with the French giants, with Pescara President stating that the transaction is imminent.
The recent turn of events combined with the news in the media are painting a picture, that Pescara are on the verge of selling their prized Marco Verratti to Paris Saint-Germain for a price in the whereabouts of €12 million.
The Dolphins midfielder was vital to his team’s triumphant campaign in the Serie B, that led them to their promotion in the next season of Serie A.
The shining performance of the young playmaker caught the eye of some of the top clubs in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Napoli-c40003 in the contention, but a deal could not be reached despite serious interests from both the clubs.
Reports in the morning revealed that the Verratti’s agent http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 to discuss the Paris outfit’s interest in the player.
Now, reports are gathering pace that the Dolphins have agreed to a three-year deal with the Qatari-owned club, with the salary set at €1.8 million per season.
Pescara President Daniele Sebastiani, who had already suggested that the lack of money in Italy might see Verratti fly abroad, has indicated that the negotiations are in the final stages.
“At this point, I do not see why the deal won’t be closed.”
Moreover, RMC Sport in France has also stated that the deal is in the final stages of completion, and also quoted a source very close to Verratti stating that the striker prefers PSG over Juventus:
“Between Juventus and PSG, Marco chose the words of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Leonardo-c22056, which were very important. He showed him the playing philosophy of the future at PSG and Marco subscribed to it. He will also have more playing time in PSG than he would have at Juventus.”
Meanwhile, the player's agent Di Campli has also confirmed that his client was moved by the words of PSG Sporting Director Leonardo, and now prefers the French outfit over Juventus.
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