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Paris Saint-Germain eyes Mexican teen Gilberto Mora as Leagues Cup star
Paris Saint-Germain have identified 17‑year‑old Mexican midfielder Gilberto Mora as a future target, planning to wait until he turns 18 on 14 October 2026 before any transfer can be negotiated under FIFA rules. The club sees him as a long‑term project after winning the Champions League.
Mora, who plays for Club Tijuana (Xolos) and featured for Mexico in the 2026 World Cup, was valued at €25 million by Transfermarkt, making him the most expensive player in the 2026 Leagues Cup, ahead of Lionel Messi and other stars. His market rise follows a 150 % increase in valuation after his World Cup performances.
Ahead of Xolos' Leagues Cup match against Austin FC on 6 August 2026 at Q2 Stadium, coach Sebastián Abreu and Mora spoke at a press conference, expressing confidence in the team's chances and highlighting the tournament as a platform for international exposure.
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Austin FC · Club Tijuana (Xolos) · Gilberto Mora · Paris Saint-Germain · Sebastián Abreu
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Coach Sebastián Abreu and Gilberto Mora held a press conference before Xolos' Leagues Cup match against Austin FC on 6 August 2026. www.uniradiobaja.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] PSG's recent strategy focuses on signing young talent after previous projects with Messi, Neymar and Mbappé. www.elsureste.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gilberto Mora played for Club Tijuana and the Mexican national team in the 2026 World Cup, accumulating over 200 minutes. www.elsureste.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Paris Saint-Germain have identified Gilberto Mora as a future transfer target and will wait until he turns 18 on 14 October 2026 to negotiate a move. www.elsureste.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mora will be eligible to transfer to any European club after his 18th birthday on 14 October 2026. www.elsureste.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Xolos will face Austin FC at Q2 Stadium on 6 August 2026 at 20:00 local time. www.uniradiobaja.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gilberto Mora's market value was set at €25 million, making him the most valuable player in the Leagues Cup 2026, surpassing Lionel Messi. tribunademexico.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Leagues Cup 2026 is a binational tournament featuring clubs from Mexico and the United States. tribunademexico.com