Paris Saint-Germain host Liverpool in Wednesday’s Champions League quarterfinal first leg, with the French champions strong favourites after eliminating the Reds last season en route to their first European crown.
Arne Slot’s side arrive in poor form, reeling from a 4-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester City and just one win in five matches.
Captain Virgil van Dijk admits the team must “be ready mentally” for the challenge.
PSG, boosted by Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, are hitting stride despite goalkeeper concerns.
Liverpool’s hope rests on Hugo Ekitike, their 17-goal striker returning to Paris to face his former club.
