Key players absent

Paris Saint-Germain is facing a challenging period without Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is likely out for the entire season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament during a match against Barcelona, and Ousmane Dembélé, who is sidelined for about a month due to a thigh injury. The club will need to rely on its summer signings to maintain its performance in the Champions League and Ligue 1.

Upcoming match test

The match between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Lyonnais, originally scheduled for the 8th round of the league, has been postponed to Monday at 8:30 PM at the request of the Prefecture of Police. This game will be a crucial test for the team as it adjusts to its new lineup without key players.

Winter transfer stance

Paris Saint-Germain has stated it does not plan to make any winter transfers, with a source close to the club telling AFP that they only consider the winter market if there is a "super opportunity" like the arrival of Kvaratskhelia two years ago. The club remains "attentive for all positions as usual."

Manager's confidence

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has emphasized that the team could remain the same even with several injuries. He reiterated this stance at the start of the season, indicating that the squad is prepared to handle such challenges without major changes.

Akliouche's rise

Maghnes Akliouche, 24, has been gaining more prominence this season after initially performing poorly. He has shown improvement, scoring against Manchester City in the Champions League, and has received praise from Luis Enrique for his versatility and abilities. Akliouche feels he is gaining confidence from the coach and his teammates.

Godts' opportunity

Mika Godts, a 21-year-old Belgian recruited from Ajax Amsterdam to serve as Kvaratskhelia’s backup, has been relatively quiet since joining the club. However, he now has a chance to prove himself. A source close to the team told AFP that Godts is still adapting and needs to progress quickly to become a credible replacement for Kvaratskhelia. Godts has expressed his readiness to play in various positions and described himself as an offensive, explosive player.

Torres as starter

With Ousmane Dembélé out, Ferran Torres is expected to start in the center. The Spanish recruit has been the club's top scorer this season with seven goals in all competitions and has had a successful start in Paris. He is versatile and has shown he can play in the N.9 position, his preferred role. Paris will rely on him to maintain his strong performance. Luis Enrique can also turn to Senny Mayulu, 20, and Quentin Ndjantou, 19, as additional options.