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PSG have had a pretty mixed 2020, as they reached the final of the Champions League under Thomas Tuchel but could not get over the finish line against Bayern Munich.
Despite producing some impressive performances, Thomas Tuchel's relationship with PSG director Leonardo soured, and eventually the German faced the sack. PSG moved quickly to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager, who is now expected to bring more success to the Parisian club.
Pochettino may not have a trophy-laden resume, but he is generally regarded as one of the most promising managers. At PSG, he will have more funds to sign some of the best players,unlike at his previous clubs, so that could make a massive difference.
Five players who could arrive at PSG in January
Mauricio Pochettino's appointment at the PSG helm comes at the right time, as he can delve into the market immediately to strengthen the team. On that note, let’s take a look at five players PSG could sign in January:
#1 Dele Alli
When a manager moves to a different club, he tries to sign one or two of his trusted players from his previous club to try and speed up the implementation of his philosophy and style.
Dele Alli, perhaps somewhat of an enigma these days under Jose Mourinho, is one player who has been liked with a move to PSG, as per the Telegraph. Alli has struggled to get into Mourinho’s side on a regular basis, as the England international’s work ethic has been questioned by the manager.
It was Pochettino who gave Alli his big break at Tottenham, and the former MK Dons player could perhaps add more creativity to the PSG team from midfield.
PSG have mostly relied on the trio of Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Angel Di Maria to get the job done in the final third but don’t have a creative player in midfield. Alli could be that player for the club.
#2 Christian Eriksen
Another former Tottenham Hotspur star who has been linked with a move to PSG is Christian Eriksen.
The Danish international was signed by Inter Milan last year but has failed to make an impact in the Serie A, often getting overlooked by manager Antonio Conte.
Christian Eriksen’s best spell at Spurs came under Pochettino. The Dane was used well in a deeper midfield role as well as a creative playmaker behind the likes of Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min.
It remains to be seen if Eriksen could rediscover his old form if he signs for PSG. But a team with Alli and Eriksen in midfield along with the club's famed trio up front would be something special.
#3 Eduardo Camavinga
Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is attracting interest from a host of top sides in Europe, and unsurprisingly, PSG are interested in him as well. The incredibly skilful and tenacious Camavinga has often been dubbed as the next Paul Pogba because of his style.
The French midfielder observed at the end of last year that he was flattered by PSG’s interest. The Parisians may have good defensive midfield players at the moment, but Pochettino doesn’t have someone with the flair of Camavinga.
Still only 18, Camavinga has already made his senior debut for France and could turn out into a world-class player in the future. Under the tutelage of Pochettino, who has a good track record of developing young players, a move to PSG could make perfect sense for Camavinga.
#4 Sergio Aguero
With Sergio Aguero's contract at Manchester City ending this summer, PSG are reportedly interested in the player's services.
There have been talks of PSG signing Aguero on a free transfer in the summer. However, if Manchester City and the player fail to agree on a new contract soon, it could make more sense to sell the player in January.
Aguero has had several injury issues in the last year or so and hasn’t been a regular in the Manchester City team. With Gabriel Jesus impressing and the likes of Raheem Sterling, Ferran Torres and Kevin De Bruyne doing a fine job in a false nine role, Aguero’s incredible spell at Manchester City could be over.
PSG have some impressive firepower of their own, but Pochettino could use the experience of someone like Aguero in the Champions League. Like one of Pochettino’s former players Harry Kane, Aguero is a deadly finisher, and his game is not about pace.
If carefully managed, Aguero could lead PSG to the Holy Grail, something he has failed to achieve at Manchester City so far.
#5 Sergio Ramos
Sergio Ramos, another experienced player whose contract expires at the end of the season, has been linked with a move to PSG.
The Spaniard has had a hugely successful spell at the Santiago Bernabeu, and it makes sense for him to embark on an ambitious new project in France.
Ramos is the experience the PSG defence lacks at the moment after letting Thiago Silva leave last summer.
Mauricio Pochettino will want the spine of his PSG team to be strong. In that regard, there may not be too many better options than the 34-year-old, who has managed to put in some consistently good displays for Real Madrid this season.
