GOAL reported that Paris Saint-Germain were monitoring winger options after Khvicha Kvaratskhelia tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee against Barcelona. Barring a surprise, Kvaratskhelia's season is over.
Winter market plan
According to French reports relayed by Sport, Paris Saint-Germain were already planning to enter the winter transfer market for a left winger.
L'Équipe reported: "Paris is already searching for a new player to strengthen the wing positions during the winter transfer period, provided he is a young player with great potential."
Names mentioned
Eurosport name Nico Williams as a serious contender.
GOAL said Paris Saint-Germain have tracked Nico Williams closely for several years.
The fichajes website puts Ibrahim Maza inside Paris Saint-Germain's circle of interest.
Sky favour Matías Albert among the youngsters at Borussia Dortmund.
Joker exception and timing
GOAL reported that Paris Saint-Germain could sign a player immediately by using the French league's "joker" exception.
GOAL reported that Kvaratskhelia's serious injury makes Paris Saint-Germain eligible to use that exception.
GOAL reported that the final call looks set to come next January.