Paris Saint-Germain will once again rely on several young players for Saturday’s friendly against Manchester United. According to journalist Loïc Tanzi, several prospects seen during the pre-season campaign are expected to remain in the squad, while Maghnes Akliouche—the 24-year-old PSG attacking midfielder—is ultimately not expected to be called up.
Several young players will be in the #PSG squad again tomorrow to face Manchester United—notably Abo El Ney, Boly, Lucea, Meïté, Bourdin, and Koukaba. The Portuguese players are making their first appearance of the season. Ultimately, Akliouche is not expected to be part of the squad
Summer pre-season continues to offer a genuine opportunity for the young Parisians. Following the initial match and training sessions with the first team, several of them will be able to continue the experience against a prestigious opponent.
The reported inclusion of Abo El Ney, Boly, Lucea, Meïté, Bourdin, and Koukaba demonstrates that the coaching staff is taking full advantage of this period to assess different profiles in a more demanding environment. The first appearance of the season for the returning Portuguese players also adds a measure of stability to the squad.
The other piece of news concerns Maghnes Akliouche. Having officially become a PSG player this week, the former Monaco man is ultimately not expected to take part in this match. Since he only completed his first training session on Friday, his debut in a match for the Parisian squad will simply have to wait a little longer.
