Joao Neves is joining PSG! Deal 'confirmed' as Ligue 1 champions snap up Benfica superstar in big-money move

Paris Saint-Germain's move for Benfica star Joao Neves has been 'confirmed', with the deal finalised next week.

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• PSG close to signing Neves
• Will pay less than €100m
• Neves to travel to Paris next week

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, PSG have all but secured the signature of Benfica sensation Joao Neves this summer. The 19-year-old midfielder is expected to travel to Paris in the next few days to complete the formalities and put pen to paper on a five-year deal.

  Fabrizio Romano, meanwhile, says the deal is 'confirmed'.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Neves has been in demand this summer for multiple clubs after impressing for his club and national team Portugal in the 2023-24 campaign. For Benfica, the youngster appeared in 55 matches across all competitions where he scored thrice and provided two assists.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  It was earlier reported that The Eagles were demanding a massive fee for their young star in the region of €100m (£84m), however, Hawkins claimed that the Ligue 1 giants are expected to pay a sum less than that.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR PSG?

  After sealing Neves' transfer, Les Parisiens are now expected to go after Athletic Club and Spain star Nico Williams. While Barcelona remain a long-time admirer of the winger, it is believed that the French side will go all out for the 22-year-old.