Arjun Menon
Paris Saint-Germain face a growing availability crisis as they prepare for their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Liverpool. Midfielder Senny Mayulu is the latest name added to the injury list following the French side’s recent domestic activities.
The encounter marks a repeat of last season’s high-stakes knockout tie. Arne Slot‘s squad previously exited the competition after a 1-1 aggregate draw resulted in a penalty shootout defeat. This season, the dynamics sit heavily in favor of the Ligue 1 leaders. Liverpool travel to the French capital on 8 April as underdogs following a difficult 2025-26 season where their league title defense stalled, highlighted by a recent 2-1 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion.
PSG already possess concerns regarding the fitness of Bradley Barcola. The situation worsened during a 4-0 victory over Nice on Saturday when Mayulu sustained a muscular problem. The youngster will miss the international break with the France under-21s to begin immediate rehabilitation.
After suffering an injury to his right calf during yesterday’s match against Nice, Senny Mayulu will undergo treatment for the next two weeks.
The victory against Nice kept PSG one point clear of RC Lens at the summit of the table. Coach Luis Enrique emphasized the difficulty of maintaining focus during a congested schedule. He noted the mental toughness required to secure results immediately following European fixtures. Recovery remains the priority for the Ligue 1 giants before the return of club football.
Liverpool have a fortnight to find solutions for their inconsistent form. Their preparation includes a significant hurdle at the Etihad Stadium on 4 April, where they face Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-finals just four days before flying to Paris. The Champions League return leg is scheduled for Anfield on 14 April. Follow TipsGG for comprehensive updates on European knockout stages.
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