PSG seems to be leaning more towards the construction of a new stadium. Journalist Ben Jacobs reveals previously undisclosed sites.
PSG ruling out the Yvelines seems to be a trend. They won’t settle too far from Paris, as it would be too complicated to transport 60,000 or 74,000 spectators every weekend. According to 90 min, three closer sites are being considered.
« The closest option to the Parc des Princes would be the Stade Jean-Bouin, » assures Ben Jacobs. However, the current stadium only has 19,904 seats and is also owned by the City of Paris. Nevertheless, there shouldn’t be any issues with selling it.
« Sources close to the French government claim that a sale could be conceivable at the right price, as rugby and American football, currently held at Stade Jean-Bouin, could easily be relocated to the Parc des Princes if PSG were to leave, » explains 90 min. The stadium would obviously be demolished to make way for a larger one with 75,000 seats.
Three Potential Sites
The second option is the Sébastien Charlety Stadium, currently with 20,000 seats and home to Paris FC. Once again, the City of Paris seems very willing to sell. « PSG would have to demolish it and rebuild on the site, which could require Paris FC to find a new home, » notes 90 min.
Lastly, the third option is the Paris La Défense Arena, which can accommodate over 30,000 people and was inaugurated in 2017. However, it might be a bit tight for PSG, and it’s an indoor stadium.
According to 90 min, PSG is also not ruling out building its stadium near its new Campus in Poissy. However, this location is 25 km from Paris, and the transportation network is limited.