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PSG have literally set the standard for other European juggernauts when it comes to making high-profile signings over the last few years. The Parisians dominated the headlines in 2017 when they signed Neymar and Kylian Mbappe for a combined fee worth €402 million. This summer, they decided to do things differently.
PSG had a fabulous transfer window. They lured the likes of Lionel Messi, Sergio Ramos, Georginio Wijnaldum and Gianluigi Donnaruma to the Parc des Princes on free transfers. They also signed Achraf Hakimi from Inter Milan in a deal worth €60 million to conclude an unbelievable summer.
However, it doesn't look like the Parisians are done yet. They've been linked with a host of top superstars over the last few weeks. That means there could be more big-name arrivals in the French capital come 2022. On that note, here's a look at five high-profile signings PSG could make next year:
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#5 Sadio Mane
PSG are expected to lose Kylian Mbappe in 2022, with Real Madrid well-positioned to snap up the French winger. In that case, the Parisians will certainly look to sign a replacement for the attacker. Liverpool's Sadio Mane could be one of the options in that regard.
Mane has been on PSG's radar for quite some time. The Senegalese has caught the eye of the French giants with his spectacular performances over the last few seasons.
The 29-year-old enjoyed a modest outing with Liverpool last term, bagging 16 goals and nine assists across competitions. So far this season, he has recorded three goals in six Premier League games.
#4 Paul Pogba
The Manchester United midfielder hasn't yet extended his contract with the Premier League giants. According to multiple reports, Paul Pogba has no intention of continuing at Old Trafford after his contract expires next summer.
The midfielder is said to be looking to run down his contract with the Red Devils, and join PSG on a free transfer next summer. The Parisians are reportedly preparing a gargantuan contract offer that could see Pogba pocket a whopping £500,000 per week at the Parc des Princes.
Pogba seems to have taken his game to a new level this season. He has bagged seven assists for Manchester United in six Premier League games so far. The 28-year-old would certainly be a decent addition to PSG's star-studded team.
#3 Mohamed Salah
The Liverpool winger is another high-profile attacker PSG could sign as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe if the Frenchman leaves the club next year. For many reasons, the prospect makes a lot of sense for the Parisians.
Known for his immense pace, sharp dribbling skills and strong finishing ability, Mohamed Salah would be a perfect like-for-like replacement for Mbappe. Reports in France have already linked the Egyptian with a switch to the French capital.
Salah has been firing on all cylinders since the season kicked off in August. The attacker currently sits atop the Premier League goalscoring chart, with five goals in six appearances. According to Tranfermarkt, he has a market value of €100 million, which is a fair price for a player of his calibre.
#2 Erling Haaland
Erling Haaland has been on the radar of many elite clubs across Europe following his heroic performances for Borussia Dortmund over the last two seasons. PSG have also kept a close eye on the Norwegian striker's development.
Rumours suggest the French giants could enter a bidding war with the likes of Chelsea, Barcelona and Liverpool to secure Haaland in 2022. Should they succeed, they would have the best attacking line in Europe even if Kylian Mbappe completes his highly anticipated move to Real Madrid.
Erling Haaland is, without doubt, one of the best finishers in Europe at the moment. The Norwegian has entered the new campaign in red-hot form, recording 11 goals and four assists to his name in eight appearances across competitions.
#1 Cristiano Ronaldo
Shortly after Lionel Messi's stunning PSG transfer was announced this summer, rumours began linking his eternal rival Cristiano Ronaldo with a switch to the Parc des Princes.
Although the Portuguese ended up joining Manchester United, no one can predict what could happen at the end of the campaign. Ronaldo could be tempted by the prospect of teaming up with a man with whom he has dominated the game for almost two decades.
That would be an irresistible proposition for PSG as well. Lining up two of the greatest players in history would not only attract sporting success, it might also help them commercially. It remains to be seen if such an iconic transfer could materialise next year. But as the saying goes, never say never in football, as stranger things have happened.
