Paris Saint-Germain vs FC Lorient: Predicted lineup for Ligue match

The Parisians are coming off a thrilling 5-4 home victory over Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich and will now face FC Lorient in Ligue 1, looking to extend their lead at the top of the league.

While Achraf Hakimi and Lucas Chevalier are injured, Gonçalo Ramos and Zabarnyi are also set to be side-lined due to suspension. Nonetheless, Luis Enrique should make several changes to his starting lineup to rest some of his key players.

Here is Les Parisiens' predicted starting XI against FC Lorient.

PSG Predicted Lineup vs. FC Lorient (4-3-3)

GK: Matvey Safonov - The Russian international goalkeeper conceded four goals against Bayern Munich, nonetheless, he had a good game. While Lucas Chevalier is also injured, he becomes even more important for this team.

RB: Warren Zaire-Emery - The Frenchman will have to return to a full-back role in Achraf Hakimi's absence. His role will be important as he is the only player in the squad to replace the Moroccan.

CB: Willian Pacho - The Ecuadorian will start next to Lucas Beraldo in defence while Marquinhos is rested.

CB: Lucas Beraldo - The Brazilian will either play in midfield if Vitinha is rested or will slot back in the backline alongside Zabarnyi while Pacho and Marquinhos are rested for the upcoming clash against Bayern Munich.

LB: Lucas Hernandez - The Frenchman will very like start against Lorient while Nuno Mendes is rested. The Portuguese left-back came off the game against Bayern Munich with cramps and will be needed in the second-leg at his best to contain Olise.

CDM: Vitinha - The Portuguese could be starting against Lorient. However, Luis Enrique might not take any risks with him and rest him for this game.

CM: Fabian Ruiz - The Spaniard who recently made his return from injury after three months will start against Lorient, giving him enough game time before the second-leg in Munich. With Hakimi set to miss the clash, he will step in Zaire-Emery's place in midfield.

CM: Dro Fernandez - Neves will be rested for the game against Lorient and will leave his place in midfield to Dro Fernandez who will have a chance to start in Ligue 1.

RW: Bradley Barcola  - The France international will start against Lorient and will most likely play around 60 minutes.

LW: Kang-In Lee - The South Korean will be one of the many changes made by Luis Enrique in his starting lineup against Lorient. The main focus will be to rest the starters ahead of the upcoming crucial second-leg.

ST: Senny Mayulu - The youngster will likely be the one leading the frontline against Lorient while Ousmane Dembélé is rested ahead of the second-leg in Munich. He will have another opportunity to show himself.

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