DJ Snake Lobbying Nasser Al-Khelaïfi Over Ibrahim Maza

Paris Saint-Germain faces a complex decision regarding Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Ibrahim Maza as conflicting reports emerge over whether the French club will pursue the 20-year-old Algeria international during the winter transfer window. The 20-year-old playmaker has drawn intense media attention and public campaigning from high-profile supporters, even as club insiders offer differing views on management’s immediate intentions.

Conflicting Signals Over a Winter Move for Maza

Reports regarding a potential approach from Paris Saint-Germain have split opinions across European sports media. According to sports.fr, the reigning French champions had considered making Maza a priority to reinforce their attacking sector following an unsuccessful pursuit of another target, with insiders anticipating a formal opening offer during the international break. However, conflicting information published by Sport.fr via RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins indicates that club management does not plan to submit a January bid, preferring stability and intending to develop young winger Mika Godts on the left flank under head coach Luis Enrique.

Bayer Leverkusen maintains a firm stance on their prized asset. Having acquired Maza from Hertha BSC in the summer of 2025 for 12 million euros, the German club has watched his valuation climb to 50 million euros following standout performances in the Bundesliga and international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations. Leverkusen has locked down the player under a contract running until 2030 and reportedly holds no intention of sanctioning a mid-season sale, actively pushing instead for a contract extension, as noted by sports.fr.

Celebrity Lobbying and Opponent Endorsements

Away from the executive boardrooms, the prospect of Maza moving to the French capital has captured the imagination of notable club followers and professional peers. French music producer and prominent club supporter DJ Snake publicly joked on social media about his persistent lobbying of club president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, writing ça fait un an que je fais un pressing à Nasser in response to comedian Malik Bentalha, as detailed by Foot Mercato and Les Titis du PSG.

On the pitch, opponents have also weighed in on the midfielder’s trajectory. Following VfB Stuttgart’s 4-2 victory over Leverkusen, Stuttgart forward Deniz Undav urged Maza in the stadium corridors to make the jump to France, remarking Va à Paris, mec, je ne veux plus jouer contre toi! according to reports outlined by Yahoo Actualités. Undav later praised Maza’s ability to create space and win duels, while Sky Sport Germany noted that the player’s profile has been linked to filling potential voiding factors in squads facing lengthy injury absences, such as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s knee layoff.

Valuation, Awards, and Career Trajectory

Maza’s rapid ascent is reflected in both his market figures and individual accolades. After choosing Leverkusen over Stuttgart in 2025—a move confirmed by Stuttgart director Fabian Wohlgemuth as having previously stalled at mutual interest—the Berlin-born attacker established himself firmly in German top-flight football. He registered four goals and three assists across twelve official matches this season, while earning a ninth-place finish in the Kopa Trophy voting at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, which included a vote from Lionel Messi.

While the player remains contracted in Germany through 2030, the convergence of high-level scouting interest, social media campaigns, and stellar on-field output ensures his name will remain prominent as European clubs prepare for the opening of the winter transfer window.

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