Why Blaise Matuidi's contract extension could be PSG's most important signing this season

Yet another transfer window where PSG sign a high profile player, this time in the form of Newcastle's Yohan Cabaye, the impending contract extension of Blaise Matuidi could prove to be of huge importance to PSG as they look to retain their Ligue 1 title from the recently bank rolled Monaco. Getting the combative midfielder to sign a new deal will be on the top of PSG's agenda for a number of reasons.

 Although the Frenchman is yet to pen a new deal on a contract that runs out this summer due to legal issues involving agents and court cases, Matuidi has confirmed he is going to stay in Paris despite added competition of French national team mate Cabaye in an already packed midfield.

Matuidi said: "I am very happy here.  The new contract will happen soon - do not worry." This statement will come as a huge relief to the PSG faithful as he has become quite the fan favourite among fans for his hard work and tough tackling.

Matuidi was subject to intense interest from several clubs in the January transfer window with Manchester City and Arsenal reportedly interested. However, PSG were determined to keep the highly rated midfielder, so much so PSG president Nasser Al- Khelaifi warned Manchester City if they made a move for their work horse they would make a move for their major players.

Matuidi assures fans here is here to stay.

In a star studded squad where players like Ibrahimovic, Cavani and Lavezzi often take the headlines and deservedly so, Blaise Matuidi is the unsung hero. The midfielder is the man behind the magic, a player who gives the side stability and defensive cover. Not as coveted and credited as the main man Ibrahimovic, Blaise Matuidi remains just as important as the Swede.

Anyone that regularly watches PSG will see that Matuidi is the man who tracks back, wins the ball and will then contribute and supply the attackers. Despite being considered a defensive midfielder, Matuidi boasts technical ability and often pops up on the score sheet too.

It comes as no surprise that Matuidi is held in such high regard in Paris. Fellow midfielder Thiago Motta signed a new one year deal today,  it is a matter of time before PSG give Matuidi the new contract he deserves. Rumoured he is to be given a hefty pay rise to represent his status in Blanc's side, expect PSG to try and tie him down for as many years as possible.