Ex-PSG goalkeeper heading back to French capital to join rivals Paris FC on return to Ligue 1

Kevin Trapp is set for a shock return to France, with the former Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper agreeing to join Ligue 1 newcomers Paris FC.

Ex-PSG goalkeeper heading back to French capital to join rivals Paris FC on return to Ligue 1Ex-PSG goalkeeper heading back to French capital to join rivals Paris FC on return to Ligue 1Ex-PSG goalkeeper heading back to French capital to join rivals Paris FC on return to Ligue 1

According to Sport.de Trapp has informed Eintracht Frankfurt that he would agree to join newly-promoted side Paris FC. The 35-year-old goalkeeper, who previously played for PSG between 2015 and 2019, is set to sign a contract until 2028. Frankfurt will receive €1 million from the deal, but will only sanction the transfer once they secure a replacement, reports Florian Plettenberg.

This move would mark Trapp’s second spell in the French capital, albeit with PSG’s city rivals. His time at Les Parisiens saw him lift 11 trophies, including two Ligue 1 titles. Off the pitch, the German goalkeeper already spends considerable time in Paris due to his partner Izabel Goulart living there, making the move a seamless lifestyle fit. When asked by Sport.de about the goalkeeper’s situation, Eintracht sporting director Markus Krosche remained tight-lipped, saying: “I’m not saying anything about it.”

Paris FC’s Stade Jean-Bouin is located just 500 metres from PSG’s Parc des Princes, meaning Trapp would be returning to familiar surroundings. The Eagles, meanwhile, have identified ‘s Michael Zetterer as their main target to replace him, with talks already underway. Zetterer, valued at €4.5m, could be allowed to leave if Bremen put their faith in young talent Mio Backhaus.

With two weeks left in the transfer window, Frankfurt will push to finalise a deal for Zetterer before allowing Trapp to complete his move. If all goes to plan, the former PSG star could be back in Ligue 1 action with Paris FC as early as September.