Aston Villa have agreed a €55 million deal with Paris Saint-Germain for teenage forward Ibrahim Mbaye, according to The Athletic.
Villa desperately need to rebuild their attack, and are now working to finalise the transfer for the 18-year-old.
The relationship between Villa chairman Nassef Sawiris and PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi played an important role in helping the two clubs reach an agreement.
The incoming Villa star joined the French champions in 2018 and progressed through the club’s academy before making his senior debut in August 2024 at just 16 years old.
The Senegal international has made 42 first-team appearances, contributing four goals and four assists.
He featured 31 times in all competitions last season, tallying three goals and two assists.
The forward started ten Ligue 1 matches and one Champions League fixture. He became the youngest player to start a competitive match.
Mbaye has since become an important member of Senegal’s senior squad after switching allegiance from France, making his international debut in November 2025.
He played in six of Senegal’s seven matches during their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign.
He started three of their four games at the 2026 World Cup, scoring against France in their opening fixture, becoming the youngest African to score at a World Cup.
The deal is another major move for Villa in an extremely busy summer transfer window.
Morgan Rogers has left the Villains in a club-record £117m transfer, while Ollie Watkins is heading to the Saudi Pro League.
Villa have brought in Alejandro Garnacho on loan and explored moves for Rafael Leao and Jean-Philippe Mateta. They still need additions in midfield and defence.
