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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)'s incredible transfer window this summer has seen them sign the likes of Sergio Ramos, Achraf Hakimi, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Lionel Messi.
PSG are now the favourites to win Ligue 1 and the Champions League, so the pressure will be on manager Mauricio Pochettino to ensure that his star-studded squad delivers on the field.
PSG have made a good start to their 2021-22 Ligue 1 campaign, despite not fielding some of their big names. On that note, here's a look at PSG's possible line-up for tomorrow's match against Brest.
PSG Goalkeeper - Gianluigi Donnarumma
PSG's acquisition of Lionel Messi has overshadowed all their other star arrivals, with Gianluigi Donnarumma being one such name.
Donnarumma is one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and is arriving at PSG off an excellent Euro 2020 campaign. The Italy international, who signed for PSG this summer after his contract with AC Milan expired, won the UEFA European Championship Player of the Tournament for his performances this summer.
The 22-year-old was a prodigious talent during his AC Milan days. Having made his debut aged 16, Donnarumma made 251 appearances in all competitions for the Serie A giants.
Although Keylor Navas started on Gameweek 1, Donnarumma could usurp the Costa Rican veteran and make his much-awaited PSG debut against Brest.
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Right-back - Achraf Hakimi
PSG signed Achraf Hakimi this summer for £54 million from Inter Milan this summer.
The Morocco international is regarded as one of the best right-backs in the game. Hakimi only played one season for Inter Milan, but was pivotal as Antonio Conte's side won the Serie A title. An attack-minded full-back, Hakimi is capable of operating as a left-back or further forward.
Highly creative, the 22-year-old made a goalscoring debut for his new club last weekend. The Ligue 1 giants have had issues with their full-backs in recent years, but Hakimi, on paper, looks like the perfect solution for their right-back troubles.
Centre-back - Marquinhos
Marquinhos did not start PSG's game against Strasbourg last weekend, with German centre-back Thilo Kehrer replacing him.
However, Marquinhos is PSG's most important defender, so manager Mauricio Pochettino will hope to have him as soon as possible. The Brazil international is the captain of the club, and when fully fit, he is one of the first names on the teamsheet.
The 27-year-old is physically dominant and technically gifted. Marquinhos in recent seasons has often played as a defensive midfielder, with success. Having said that, it is unlikely he will be given minutes in midfield this season, as his presence will be more needed at the back.
Centre-back - Presnel Kimpembe
Presnel Kimpembe is one of the few PSG academy graduates to have become an important cog in the first team.
With the French giants focussed on signing big names, their academy stars are often poached by other top European clubs. Kimpembe, however, has done well to become a starting quality centre-back for the Parisians, with the France international being a one-club man till now.
Kimpembe will compete with the experienced Sergio Ramos to partner Marquinhos in defence, unless Mauricio Pochettino decides to start with three centre-backs. It will be interesting to see how the 26-year-old will be used when Ramos is fit to start.
Left-back - Abdou Diallo
Abdou Diallo was the starting left-back against Strasbourg, and it is evident that an upgrade can be made in this position.
Juan Bernat continues to recover from a serious injury, while Layvin Kurzawa is reportedly set to leave PSG. Young Dutch defender Mitchel Bakker often played in that position last season, but has been sold to Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen this summer.
Diallo, a centre-back, joined PSG from Borussia Dortmund in 2019. The 25-year-old has operated both as a left-back and centre-back for PSG, but has not been a consistent starter. While it is unlikely the club will sign a left-back this summer, it should be one of their main targets in the next transfer window.
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Defensive midfielder - Ander Herrera
PSG have some excellent options in midfield, with the likes of Idrissa Gueye and Leandro Paredes yet to start this season.
Ander Herrera joined PSG from Manchester United on a free transfer in 2019. A fan favourite among the Old Trafford faithful due to his aggressive, energetic style of play, Herrera is a technically gifted midfielder who does not shirk away from his defensive duties.
The Spain international started against Strasbourg, and should get another start against Brest. However, there have been suggestions that the 32-year-old could leave the club this summer.
Central midfielder - Georginio Wijnaldum
Another big-name free signing this summer, Georginio Wijnaldum shunned interest from Barcelona to join PSG on a free transfer after his contract with Liverpool expired.
Wijnaldum was key for Liverpool during his five seasons with the club. The Netherlands international rarely missed a game due to injury, and was an ever-present under manager Jurgen Klopp. Wijnaldum might not be the most talented player on the field, but his work rate and off-the-ball prowess make him a world-class midfielder.
The 30-year-old will provide experience and quality to PSG's midfield. Wijnaldum should be a consistent starter for the club this season.
Central midfielder - Marco Verratti
One of the best midfielders in the world, Marco Verratti has been at PSG since 2012.
A highly-rated talent during his Pescara days, Verratti joined the Ligue 1 giants for nearly £11 million. He has proved to be an excellent purchase. The Italy international is technically gifted, an excellent tackler and a good passer, who played a key role in his country's Euro 2020 triumph.
The 28-year-old, much like Marquinhos, is one of the first names on the team sheet when fully fit. Verratti has had some issues with injuries in recent seasons, but he will be key if PSG are to do well this season.
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Right Winger - Kylian Mbappe
One of the best players in world football, PSG's Kylian Mbappe was at his very best against Strasbourg.
The Mbappe saga continues to rumble on, though. It has been reported that the France international is keen to leave the Ligue 1 giants this summer, with Real Madrid heavily interested in signing him. With Mbappe's contract expiring next summer, it will be interesting to see what PSG do to keep the player at the club.
The 22-year-old has persistently been linked with Real Madrid for some time now. The La Liga giants are said to be intent on signing the young superstar, and Mbappe is keen to make the deal happen as well.
Striker - Mauro Icardi
With all the PSG talk surrounding Angel Di Maria, Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe forming a fearsome attack, Mauro Icardi has been pushed to the shadows.
Icardi was regarded as one of the best strikers in the game during his time with Inter Milan, but he had his issues with the club's fans. A move to PSG was seen as the right step for the Argentina international, but Icardi has failed to replicate his Inter Milan form for the Ligue 1 giants.
A prolific goalscorer, Icardi, who played in Gameweek 1, has struggled to get going in Paris. The arrival of Lionel Messi further pushes him down the pecking order, and the 28-year-old is another player who could leave the club this summer.
Left Winger - Julian Draxler
Julian Draxler was regarded as one of the best young talents in Europe during his Schalke days, but now he is a squad player at PSG.
Draxler has been at PSG for some time now. The Germany international joined the club from Wolfsburg in January 2017 for £32.5 million, but he has not been a constant presence in the first XI for the club since then.
The 27-year-old has been a useful player to have, but has failed to impress with his performances. Capable of playing in midfield and in attack, Draxler is a good option to have on the bench, though. But he is likely to start this game on Friday.
Substitute - Lionel Messi
Arguably the best player in the world has joined PSG on a free transfer this summer, but the fans will likely have to wait a little longer to see him start for his new club.
Lionel Messi will be a definite starter for PSG once he is fully fit. But for now it remains to be seen whether manager Mauricio Pochettino names him on the bench or excludes him for the squad altogether for the game against Brest.
Substitute - Neymar
Another world-class player, Neymar played a key role in ensuring his good friend Lionel Messi signed for PSG.
Neymar and Lionel Messi enjoy an excellent relationship, with the two having played together for Barcelona. Neymar, like Messi, is unlikely to start against Brest, though, and is another player who could be named on the bench by Pochettino as he waits for his two superstars to get fully fit and ready.
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