League: Champions League Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

PSG and Man United pursue Aboubacar Maiga as transfer race heats up

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

PSG and Man United pursue Aboubacar Maiga as transfer race heats up

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United are actively competing to sign 16-year-old Aboubacar Maiga, dubbed the 'Malian Messi'. PSG has reportedly moved to the forefront in this race, demonstrating strong interest in the attacking midfielder from Academie Africa Foot. Maiga also has interest from several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City, as well as Barcelona. Sources indicate that during this time, Maiga is in France, where PSG is assessing his potential fit within their club. Manchester United has followed Maiga's development closely, having held discussions regarding a potential move to Old Trafford over the past year.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Maiga is considered a generational talent and captain of the Mali under-16 national team.
•PSG has intensified their efforts and is gaining confidence in securing Maiga.
•Manchester United has monitored Maiga's progress for over a year.
•Other Premier League clubs are also interested, but PSG leads the race.
•Maiga is currently in France for assessments related to a potential transfer.

Latest Updates

12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Aboubacar Maiga: PSG’s plot to beat Man United to “Malian Messi” explained

What they're saying

"
Manchester United have reportedly held talks to sign Aboubacar Maiga, but face a fierce race with Paris Saint-Germain to secure the 16-year-old wonderkid’s signature.Malian MessiDubbed the ‘Malian...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Chelsea Liverpool Manchester City Manchester United Newcastle United Champions League Soccer