Paris Saint-Germain has officially “locked down” its midfield gem Joao Neves, extending his contract by an additional year to keep him at the Parc des Princes until June 2030.
The 21-year-old Portuguese international has been the breakout star of the 2025/26 season, prompting the Parisian hierarchy to fast-track a new deal that reflects his meteoric rise in both performance and market value.
The 130 Million Euro Prodigy
Since his €65 million move from Benfica in the summer of 2024, Neves has seen his reputation explode.
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Market Explosion: According to the CIES Football Observatory, his market value has doubled in just 18 months, now estimated at €130.6 million. He currently ranks as the 8th most valuable player in world football.
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Salary Correction: Despite being a guaranteed starter in high-stakes matches—including the Champions League—Neves previously had one of the lowest salary brackets among the first-team regulars. The new deal reportedly provides a significant wage hike to align him with his status as a world-class talent.
Strategic Roster Building
The move is part of PSG’s new “merit-based” strategy, similar to the recent reward given to defender Willian Pacho. The club is moving away from handing out “blind” massive contracts, instead rewarding young players who prove their worth on the pitch.
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Warding off Interest: By extending his deal to 2030, PSG has effectively ended the hopes of several Premier League giants who were monitoring the midfielder’s situation.
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Vitinha and Dembélé Next: With Neves secured, the club’s priority now shifts to finalizing renewals for Vitinha (whose deal is expected to be extended to 2029) and Ousmane Dembélé, the latter of whom is reportedly negotiating for a salary reflective of his 2025 Ballon d’Or-winning season.