Paris Saint-Germain's greatest XI of the QSI era

Since 2011 and QSI's arrival at the club, PSG transformed into one of football's global powerhouses, bringing world-class talents to the Parc des Princes season after season. Paris Saint-Germain's squad has since featured some of the biggest stars of the modern game. From defensive leaders to attacking icons, here is our pick for the greatest XI of the QSI era.

PSG's ultimate XI since QSI's takeover in 2011

GK: Gianluigi Donnarumma - The Italian goalkeeper will see his time at the club come to an end this summer, but, nonetheless, he played a massive part in PSG's victorious Champions League campaign, delivering countless amazing saves and performances throughout the competition.

RB: Achraf Hakimi - The Morocco international is the best right-back in the world and an important figure of the club. He was one of the key players that led the club to their greatest season under Luis Enrique.

CB: Thiago Silva - The Brazilian is a legend of the club. He was one of the first big names to join the club at the start of QSI's era and played over eight seasons for the club, leading them to their first Champions League final. His partnership with Marquinhos is now legendary.

CB: Marquinhos- Marquinhos is not only the most decorated player in the history of the club but has also made the most appearances for the club. After over 12 years at the club, he is still one of the key players in the squad. He just cemented his legacy at the club with his crucial role with PSG as they lifted the Champions League for the first time.

LB: Nuno Mendes - Mendes is a brilliant left-back, one of the best in Europe. Furthermore, he played a massive part in PSG's treble winning campaign.

CDM: Vitinha - The Portuguese midfielder is simply one of the best at his position in Europe. Under Luis Enrique, his importance for the club was magnified and he was one of the key players of PSG's greatest ever season.

CM: Marco Verrati - The second most decorated player in the history of the club, Marco Verratti is a legend of the club. The pocket-sized midfielder was a phenomenon who drastically improved the team when he was at his best.

CM: Blaise Matuidi - An underestimated player but Blaise Matuidi has always been a workhorse, giving his all for the club at every appearances he made. He was an important part of PSG's early QSI era alongside the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thiago Motta.

LW: Neymar Jr. - Neymar Jr. is undoubtedly the most gifted player to ever play for PSG, alongside Mbappé and then Messi he was part of one the best era of the club, though he never lifted any significant trophies with the club, he will always be remembered by the fans.

RW: Ousmane Dembélé - The former Barcelona player has only been a PSG player since 2023 but his 2024-2025 campaign was certainly one of the best ever from a PSG player since QSI's takeover. He was a pivotal part of PSG's treble winning season and is a frontrunner to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or.

ST: Kylian Mbappé - The French international is not only PSG's All-time leading scorer but also the greatest offensive player to ever grace the pitch of the Parc des Princes. He dazzled fans and observers at numerous occasions with his dribbles and delivered many great performances on European nights.

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