Tension has been reported in Paris Saint-Germain's dressing room before Barcelona visit the Parc des Princes, with Dro Fernandez's role in the squad linked to the issue. The situation was cited by L'Equipe and GOAL ahead of the Champions League match.
L'Equipe's claim on the dressing room
L'Equipe reported that Dro Fernandez's role in the Paris Saint-Germain squad has caused tension in the dressing room, particularly among youngsters chasing more game time. GOAL said Senny Mayulu is one of the youngsters affected by tension about Dro Fernandez's role. GOAL said Quentin Ndjantou is another of the youngsters affected by tension about Dro Fernandez's role.
Dro's transfer and appearances
Paris signed Dro from Barcelona in the last winter window for 8 million euros. Dro had a release clause in his Barcelona contract worth 6 million euros, but Paris preferred to strike a direct agreement with Barcelona to get the deal done. Dro completed the meeting with Slovan Bratislava in the first round of the Champions League league phase. He has featured in 5 of the side's 7 Ligue 1 games and started the last two Ligue 1 matches against Le Mans and Strasbourg.
Flick's words and the Barcelona game
Hansi Flick did not take Dro's departure well. Barcelona's head coach said: "If someone wants to play for Barcelona, he has to live the colours 100%." GOAL reported that Dro is not expected to start against Barcelona.
Marquinhos and Dro's arrival
Marquinhos is Paris Saint-Germain's captain. GOAL reported that Marquinhos made a point of getting close to Dro when he arrived and helped him settle into his new surroundings.