Illia Zabarnyi responds to Fabrizio Romano’s Bournemouth transfer update
Bournemouth defender Illia Zabarnyi has shared a potential transfer hint over his future after his activity on social media.
Andoni Iraola’s side enjoyed a season where the Cherries accumulated their highest ever points tally last term, finishing in an impressive ninth in the table.
However, that success has come at a price. Several of Bournemouth’s standout performers have already left the club, with others expected to follow.
Milos Kerkez sealed a move to Liverpool earlier in the window, while Dean Huijsen returned to Spain and joined Real Madrid, with interest from the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea.
Now, another key figure in Bournemouth’s defence could be on the way out. Football Insider revealed that both Tottenham and Paris Saint-Germain are monitoring Zabarnyi ahead of a potential summer transfer.
Amid the growing speculation surrounding his future, the Ukraine international may have dropped a subtle hint on social media that suggests his time at the Vitality Stadium could be coming to an end.
Illia Zabarnyi reacts after Fabrizio Romano’s transfer update
Fabrizio Romano has shared a major update on Zabarnyi’s situation, revealing that Paris Saint-Germain are “closing in” on a deal for the Bournemouth defender.
He added that there has been “positive contact” between the clubs and that the player has already agreed terms with the reigning European champions.
Fans may have spotted Zabarnyi reacting to the post as the defender was seen dropping a like on Romano’s update – a possible hint on his future plans.
The Ukrainian centre-back joined the Cherries in 2023 and has become a key part of Iraola’s backline, making 36 Premier League appearances last season.
Zabarnyi is currently with the Bournemouth squad for pre-season, but the defence struggled in their recent 4-1 defeat to Manchester United—with a reshuffled backline highlighting how much of a void the 22-year-old could soon leave behind.
Tottenham set to miss out on Zabarnyi
PSG’s pursuit of Zabarnyi now appears to be a significant setback for Tottenham, who had also been chasing the highly rated defender.
Football Insider reported last month that Spurs were ready to push forward with talks for Zabarnyi over a potential £60 million deal, which is believed to be close to Bournemouth’s asking price.
It follows another disappointment in their hunt for a centre-back, as Marc Guehi is said to prefer a move to Liverpool over Spurs. Now, it looks like Zabarnyi could be the latest defensive target to slip through Tottenham’s grasp.