PSG will miss one key star miss for the Angers clash
PSG to miss key star as Luis Enrique names squad for Angers clash originally appeared on The Sporting News
PSG return to the Parc des Princes on Friday evening [August 22] seeking back-to-back victories in Ligue 1, but Luis Enrique must do so without one of his most creative weapons.
After edging Nantes 1-0 away in their opener, the Spanish coach faces a fresh test as Angers arrive buoyed by their own winning start.
The capital side announced their matchday squad this morning [August 22] and the omission of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia raised eyebrows.
The 24-year-old Georgia international, signed last summer to energize PSG’s attack has been reportedly sidelined with minor calf discomfort.
In his absence, Ousmane Dembele will be tasked with leading the line supported by Desire Doue and Bradley Barcola, while the coaching staff banks on a stronger XI than the heavily rotated side that beat Nantes.
Joao Neves returns, Mayulu and Kimpembe still out
If PSG lose a spark on the left wing they have regained some balance in midfield.
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Portuguese international Joao Neves, who missed the opening fixture through suspension, is back and expected to start.
Senny Mayulu, however, misses his third consecutive game through injury and Presnel Kimpembe, only recently reintegrated into training remains short of match fitness.
While, Illia Zabarnyi could earn another start after debuting solidly in Nantes.
PSG predicted starting XI (4-3-3, right to left): Chevalier (GK) — Hakimi, Marquinhos, Zabarnayi, Mendes — Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz — Doue, Dembele, Barcola.
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