Paris Saint-Germain’s loss of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid marks a significant shift in the French league’s landscape. The departure of Mbappé, who played a pivotal role in PSG’s success, raises questions about the team’s ability to maintain its dominance. Head coach Luis Enrique faces the challenge of reshaping the squad, with players like Ousmane Dembélé and Gonçalo Ramos expected to step up in the new season. Paris has also made moves in the transfer market, including the acquisition of midfielder Joao Neves from Benfica for a reported 70 million euros.

Lille, under the guidance of new head coach Bruno Genesio, emerges as a potential threat to PSG’s supremacy. With a solid foundation and additions like veteran defenders Thomas Meunier and Aissa Mandi, Lille could pose a strong challenge for the title. The arrival of Ethan Mbappé, Kylian’s younger brother, adds intrigue to Lille’s squad, with the 17-year-old midfielder showing promise in preseason performances.

Meanwhile, Lyon aims to bounce back from a challenging previous season, with head coach Pierre Sage working to stabilize the team. Players like forward Georges Mikautadze and defender Moussa Niakhaté have been brought in to bolster the squad. Monaco, last season’s runners-up, faces challenges following the departure of key players Mohamed Camara and Wissam Ben Yedder, leaving gaps in midfield and attack.

Fans of Ligue 1 are adjusting to a new era of TV rights, with DAZN securing a major deal to broadcast the league’s matches. The move has led to increased costs for viewers, with subscriptions required for DAZN and BeIN Sports to access all matches. The higher expenses have sparked backlash online, with concerns raised about the long-term stability of the new broadcasting deal.

In a noteworthy transfer development, Mason Greenwood has joined Marseille from Manchester United in a deal worth 31.6 million euros. The 22-year-old forward, who faced off-field controversies in the past, sees this opportunity with Marseille as a chance to rejuvenate his career. Despite initial resistance from some fans and public figures, Greenwood aims to make a positive impact at his new club following a loan spell at Getafe in Spain last season.