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World Cup winner Alphonse Areola is in talks to extend his stay at Paris Saint-Germain after entering the final season of his contract.
Speculation has surrounded the France goalkeeper's future since veteran Gianluigi Buffon arrived as a positional rival in July.
Roma reportedly considered making him Alisson's successor while Chelsea goalkeeper coach Christophe Lollichon claims his compatriot was keen on replacing Thibaut Courtois at Stamford Bridge.
Article continues below"Discussions [over a new deal] have begun," Areola told Telefoot.
"The season is not over. I have a year left and I hope to be successful.
"The important thing is to play. Playing at home is even better. If I'm allowed to play, why not [stay]?"
6 - Alphonse Areola made 6 saves against Germany , no other French goalkeeper did better in a single game in the last 10 years. Impressive.September 6, 2018
Areola was left out of PSG's first two matches of the new Ligue 1 season before Thomas Tuchel recalled him for wins over Angers and Nimes
The former Lens, Bastia and Villarreal loanee made his long-awaited international debut in France's 0-0 draw with Germany on Thursday, impressing in the absence of captain Hugo Lloris.
