Juba Touabi, Media365, published on Friday November 22, 2024 at 11:45 a.m.
For the 12th day of Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain is preparing to challenge Toulouse in a context marked by a wave of injuries in defense.
This situation allowed Axel Tape, a 17-year-old central defender, to make his first appearance in the professional squad. A key step for this young talent from the Parisian training center. Luis Enrique must deal with a reduced squad. Marquinhos, suspended for accumulation of yellow cards, and Nuno Mendes, injured in the ankle, will be missing. Senny Mayulu is injured in the right calf, while Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe and Gonçalo Ramos continue their rehabilitation. These defections led the Spanish coach to include Axel Tape in the group, demonstrating the confidence in this promising young player.
The group summoned to face Toulouse:
Gianluigi Donnarumma, Achraf Hakimi, Fabian Ruiz, Ousmane Dembélé, Marco Asensio, Désiré Doué, Vitinha, Lee Kang-In, Randal Kolo Muani, Bradley Barcola, Warren Zaïre-Emery, Axel Tape, Lucas Beraldo, Milan Skriniar, Matvey Safonov, Yofon Zague, Ibrahim Mbaye, Willian Pacho, Arnau Tenas, João Neves.
Trained as a midfielder before converting to central defense, Axel Tape usually plays with PSG's under-19s. Recognized for his rigor, his maturity, and his ability to adapt, he was able to distinguish himself within young teams, attracting the attention of Luis Enrique and his staff. This summons marks an important first step in his gradual integration into the Parisian elite. Facing Toulouse, PSG aims to consolidate its leading position in Ligue 1, while preparing for the decisive clash against Bayern Munich in the Champions League, scheduled for a few days later. For Axel Tape, this meeting could offer a first experience as a professional player, even if his tenure or entry into play remains uncertain.
