PSG believe they can convince Aston Villa to sell Jhon Duran as early as THIS MONTH – with French champions keen to include unwanted star in deal for Colombian striker

Paris St Germain believe they can persuade Aston Villa to sell Jhon Duran this summer or even as early as this month.

The Colombian has been one of Villa’s stars of the season, scoring 12 goals, but the French champions are cautiously optimistic that he is within their reach, even if any deal would prove extremely complicated in midfield. seasonal.

PSG are in desperate need of a centre-forward and Duran is high on their list of targets.

Duran only signed a new contract until 2030, including a huge pay rise, last October and it seems inconceivable that Villa would sell him without finding a replacement.

They would also demand a price that would put Duran behind Jack Grealish, who joined Manchester City for £100million in 2021, in the club’s record sales list.

Villa are keen to sign Donyell Malan from Borussia Dortmund, but the Dutchman is not an orthodox centre-forward, instead operating in a number of roles across the front line.

Jhon Duran has had an exceptional year this season, scoring 12 goals for Aston Villa so far.

PSG believe they can convince Villa to part ways with the 21-year-old Colombian striker.

The French champions are keen to sell Randal Kolo Muani and are reportedly willing to include the striker in a deal for Duran.

PSG are trying to move forward with Randal Kolo Muani and are reportedly willing to include the French internationals in any discussions for 21-year-old Duran.

Villa were prepared to sell Duran in each of the last two windows, but he has since become a central figure for boss Unai Emery. Duran replaced Ollie Watkins as Villa’s first-choice number 9 before being sent off to Newcastle on Boxing Day, earning him a three-match ban.

But Villa also need to be mindful of the Premier League’s spending rules and would make a huge profit on Duran, who they bought for around £15 million two years ago. Selling Duran before June 30 would have a significant positive impact on Villa’s profitability and sustainability (PSR) calculations, which are trying to stay on the right side of the line.

Meanwhile, Villa transfer chief Monchi attended Rayo Vallecano’s La Liga clash with Celta Vigo, with Celta defender Oscar Mingueza on Villa’s radar. The former Barcelona player has a release clause worth around £17 million and earns just over £20,000 per week.