Enrique drops Liverpool targets Barcola, Mbaye from PSG squad

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique refused to discuss the futures of Liverpool transfer targets Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye after dropping both players from his squad for the Trophée des Champions match on Sunday. PSG lost 1-0 to Lens at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis, missing the chance to secure a second trophy in five days.

Barcola and Mbaye were present at the stadium but were not included in the matchday squad. Their absence comes amid ongoing negotiations between PSG and Liverpool, who are seeking to sign both wingers. The pair were also unused substitutes in PSG's UEFA Super Cup victory over Aston Villa earlier in the week.

When questioned about his decision to omit the duo during the post-match press conference, Enrique gave a curt response. "Thank you, goodbye," he said before leaving the media room. Later, when asked about their situation, he stated, "I will speak about the transfer window when it is finished."

Enrique's comments followed remarks he made on Saturday about squad harmony. "We are a very young, very ambitious team," he said. "It is important for us to make changes and look for players who enjoy playing our way and who love playing for PSG. That is...