Chelsea and PSG target Gabriel Moscardo responds to transfer rumors ahead of January transfer window

Both the European giants are keen on signing the Brazilian midfielder in the January transfer window. Paris Saint-Germain reportedly had their first bid worth €22 million rejected by Corinthians, who according to Foot Mercato, value the player at €40m. Chelsea too saw their initial bid of €20m turned down by the Brazilian club.

Now the 18-year-old has himself addressed all the speculations surrounding his transfer as he stated that at the moment he has no plans of leaving Timao and wishes to come back to the club in January.

Speaking to La Gazeta Esportiva, the youngster said: "There is a lot of talk about my future, but I am very grateful to wear this jersey. I am very happy. It’s a huge club, and I’ve been here since I was a kid. I leave these rumours to my agent, I live my reality. My reality is that I will return to Corinthians in January. I am very excited. I am young, I like to experience new things, I want to learn."

Another report by Foot Mercato claims that PSG have held positive talks with the Brazilian giants and agreed on a deal that will see Moscardo joining the Ligue 1 champions in January and then immediately sent back on loan to his former employers until June or December 2024.

PSG sporting director Luis Campos also confirmed that they are in talks with Corinthians. Campos was quoted by journalist Fabrizio Romano saying: "We are informed about the best talents in the world, of course. Nothing has been sealed or signed yet."

The French giants currently have the edge over the Blues in the transfer race for the Brazilian but it remains to be seen if either of the clubs will eventually match the €40m valuation of Corinthians. For now, Moscardo is enjoying a much-deserved break after appearing in 18 Brazilian Serie A games this season where he scored once and provided an assist.