French newspaper "L'Équipe" confirmed that Brazilian defender Lucas Piraldo has asked the management of Paris Saint-Germain to allow him to leave during the current summer transfer window.

The newspaper added that Paris Saint-Germain has shown initial approval for the departure of the young Brazilian defender, provided that a replacement is secured, with Ukrainian defender Illya Zabarnyi being one of the top options proposed.

This development comes at a sensitive time for Saint-Germain, amidst uncertainty surrounding the future of Marquinhos, along with the unstable physical condition of both Lucas Hernandez and Presnel Kimpembe, which opens the door to a significant challenge to strengthen the center-back position before the start of the new season.

The newspaper indicated that several European clubs, especially from the Premier League, have shown interest in signing Piraldo, who feels it is time to move to a higher level, especially with the upcoming 2026 World Cup and his desire for greater opportunities to participate with his national team.

It is worth noting that Piraldo, who is 21 years old, is contracted with Paris Saint-Germain until the summer of 2028, and his desire to leave stems from wanting to play in big matches and to be a key player.