PSG get back to work with Mbappé and without Neymar

After attending USA's Women's World Cup final win in Lyon, Mbappé got back to work with PSG. The French champions started their pre-season this Monday, with the first few days dedicated to physical and medical testing.

Leading Thomas Tuchel's side was French star Mbappé, who recently calmed PSG fans' fears that he would be seeking a move to Real Madrid with a post on social media confirming that he's going nowhere - at least for another season.

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New arrivals such as Pablo Sarabia and Ander Herrera were present, as were players who have recently returned from loan spells. Kevin Trapp and Jesé are two such players, although the futures of both are in doubt. Betis, where the Spanish forward spent last season on loan, are reportedly interested in making his deal permanent.

One notable absentee was Neymar, who is currently still on holiday after meeting up with the Brazil squad for the Copa America - although he didn't actually play in the tournament through injury. The 27 year-old is dreaming of a move away from Paris to return to Barcelona. Although Barça president Josep Maria Bartomeu said that PSG don't want to sell the Brazilian, he is doing his best to try and cut a deal for the Brazilian forward. In fact, it is being reported that Neymar is set to travel to Catalonia over the coming week.

As part of their pre-season plans, PSG are heading to Germany to continue with their preparation for the upcoming campaign. There, they will face Dynamo Dresden and Nürnberg on 16th and 20th July respectively. Afterwards, Tuchel's group will be heading to China.

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