Paris Saint-Germain could shortly begin contract extension talks with Marquinhos
Marquinhos joined the club in 2013 from AS Roma and became one, if not the greatest players in the history of the club after winning two consecutive Champions League of the club. His current 13-year-old spell at the club is the most successful in PSG's history.
However, the contract of the Brazilian is set to expire in 2028 and it would be a massive loss for the club to lose their captain and seemingly a big part of the soul of the club. According to Le Parisiens, the 32-year-old who is currently injured could be extending his contract with the club raising the idea to his representatives, with talks said to be in a very early stage.
While it is important to keep in mind that the player will be 34 at the end of his current contract in 2028, he remains an important figures in the club on and off the pitch. Looking to extend his contract is a massive show of confidence to the player after his performances.
Even though, many fans or observers could consider that extending his deal could be a mistake as he will be quite old.
Why extending Marquinhos' contract is a great idea for PSG?
Even though the player will be 34 at the end of his current deal he remains important, playing most of the Champions League games of the club when he is fit. He always managed to deliver just like his teammates when the stakes rise. Additionally, his partnership with Willian Pacho is quite simply the best in Europe and has been for the last two years. This centre back association is integral to PSG's success in Europe and a big reason why they can still pretend to win a third consecutive Champions League title.
Furthermore, the club needs him as Illia Zabarnyi who was recruited to slowly replace him last season has failed to hit the ground running and remain a clear backup option. The Ukraine international who started his second season at the club is still far behind Marquinhos as he is lacking consistency.
Due to Zabarnyi not being ready for a starting role at PSG, extending Maruinhos' contract would be a great idea to either give time to the Ukrainian to grow into a starter or give time to PSG to find a more suitable option at centre-back to replace Marquinhos in the long-term.
Therefore, offering a new deal to the 32-year-old legend is the best move for the club as it will also keep at the club a fan favourite and a very important piece of the dressing room.
