On the eve of the match between the two clubs, it is already possible to define the broad outlines of the team compositions of PSG/Girona. Compared to the last match, changes are expected in the Parisian starting eleven, particularly in defense and in midfield.
Four months later, PSG returns to the Champions League this Wednesday evening at the Parc des Princes (9pm) with the reception of Girona FC, a Catalan club discovering the competition for the first time. And on the eve of this PSG/Girona match, Luis Enrique’s composition is becoming seriously clearer even if there are still some doubts in midfield.
The only certainty is that Gianluigi Donnarummainjured in the right thigh against Brest, is out of this match and will be replaced, barring a huge surprise, by the Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonovwho has not yet started in an official match with PSG. In defense, the hinge Marquinhos/Pacho is expected after being spared at kick-off against Brest. Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes They will take care of the corridors.
Which midfielder for PSG against Girona?
Injured with Portugal during the truce, Vitinha took part in the entire PSG training session on Monday and could make his big return to the starting eleven according to the French press, in a number six role. Partially back in training on Sunday after suffering a calf injury during the break, Warren Zaire-Emery still partially participated in the collective session on Monday and should also return to the group.
The French midfielder will be in competition with Fabian Ruiz for the relay position according to L’Equipe and Le Parisien, who see João Snow complete the trio. In attack finally, no surprises in sight. Ousmane Dembele should take place on the right wing, with Marco Asenio in false nine and Bradley Barcola left.
Possible PSG lineup against Girona: Safonov – Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes – Ruiz or Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves – Dembélé, Asensio, Barcola
Only one big uncertainty on the Girona side
On the Girona side, who were beaten 4-1 by Barça this weekend, the big uncertainty concerns in particular the presence or absence of Yangel Herrera. The Venezuelan midfielder is recovering from a minor adductor injury and was spared last weekend. He could make his return to the starting eleven at left relay position in a 4-3-3.
Not used against Barça due to a clause, Oriol Romeu should find his place in front of the defense while in attack, Michel has several options on the wings and will have to decide between Tsygankov, Danjuma and Asprilla to accompany Abel Ruiz and Bryan Gil.
Possible Girona vs PSG lineup: Gazzaniga – Francés, David Lopez, Blind, Gutiérrez – Martin (c), Romeu, Herrera – Tsygankov, Ruiz, Gil
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