Paris FC seek consolidation in Ligue 1 year two under Liam Rosenior | OneFootball

Paris FC begin year two back in Ligue 1 seeking to build on 11th in their first top-flight campaign in 46 years, with Liam Rosenior now in charge. According to L'Équipe, improved Orly facilities and the Arnault family's drive underpin those ambitions.

At 18, Rudy Matondo stands out in a dressing room with Kevin Trapp, Maxime Lopez, Jonathan Ikoné and Pierre Lees-Melou. Signed from Auxerre last winter for €17.5m including add-ons, he was the first to embody a youth-focused strategy and impressed quickly.

His workrate, running and ball recovery quickly earned respect. A 1-1 draw at Lyon in March showcased his qualities, then two months later he struck twice in a 4-0 win over Brest. He still needs time to grow, but Paris FC have a gem on their hands.

With a little over 15 days left in the window, summer spending including bonuses stands at €79.5m, while PSG are on €58.5m. Across the previous two windows plus this one, investment under the Arnault family exceeds €150m.

Jean-Bouin was 88% full last season on the club's top-flight return. Season tickets were around 7,000, already surpassed, with a target between 8,000 and 9,000 this season.

In two months, three extra pitches will open at the Orly training centre. The first team and academy will then have 10 playing areas, including six full size, one eight-a-side and three goalkeeper zones.

Source: L'Équipe

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