The essential football news this morning
PSG manages its squad before the break, France impress with Zinedine Zidane, and the Premier League worries about Manchester City's verdict.
PSG: Dembélé and Nuno Mendes rested
According to But Football Club, PSG announced on Thursday that Ousmane Dembélé and Nuno Mendes will not take part in the home match against Le Mans, in agreement with Luis Enrique and the sporting directorate. Le Parisien reports that Luis Enrique said after the 3-1 victory: "After the international break, there are no easy matches." L'Équipe has published the player ratings for the match.
Les Bleus: Zidane already popular
Zinédine Zidane led his first training session with the France national team at Clairefontaine on Tuesday, according to several media outlets. Kylian Mbappé, who is ill, could start on the bench on Friday in Turkey. According to L'Équipe, a poll shows that Les Bleus, boosted by Zidane and Michael Olise, are popular with the French public. Le Figaro reports that Luis Enrique praised Zidane's debut: "They had the right ideas to win."
Manchester United: Carrick under pressure
According to The Independent and The Telegraph, Michael Carrick must make major changes at Manchester United to avoid being the next victim of the club's decline. The Guardian believes that the visit of Tottenham is a must-not-lose match for Carrick. Sky Sports mentions a forced transfer window in January.
Manchester City: managers react to the verdict
The Independent reports that Manchester City's guilty verdict for financial fair play breaches was at the centre of discussions before the Premier League resumed. The Guardian quotes managers: "The uncertainty is good for no one." Rodri, according to The Independent and The Guardian, has defended the club by insisting that the achievements are deserved.
Trabzonspor: Salah in form
According to Anadolu Ajansı, Mohamed Salah has reached 7 goals in 6 matchdays with Trabzonspor, his best performance in nine seasons. Hürriyet Spor mentions Beşiktaş's quest for renewal with the probable line-ups.
Fenerbahçe win at Rizespor
Sabah Spor reports that Fenerbahçe won 3-0 at Rizespor on matchday 7 of the Süper Lig.
Chelsea extend Cole Palmer
Chelsea have made official the contract extension of Cole Palmer until June 2034, according to A Spor and UOL Esporte. Several media outlets see it as a reward for his good start to the season.
FC Porto: win before Betis
According to L'Équipe, FC Porto beat Benfica 3-1 on matchday 7 of the Primeira Liga, ending the opponent's unbeaten run and moving five points clear at the top. Mundo Deportivo reports a hard-fought success ahead of the visit to Betis, while kicker mentions a numerical superiority.
