PSG was one of the busiest teams in the summer transfer window of 2023. They sold the likes of Neymar and Lionel Messi to change the setup of the team. Several other players were also sold to open the door for more transfer business to take place. The French champions were looking to boost their midfield and attack. One of the players who came in to make an impact was Spanish playmaker Marco Asensio.
Marco Asensio struggled to cement a regular spot in the team at Real Madrid. He was looking to leave the club and finally did so in 2023. The player has been impressive in the first few matches, and here is a look at some of the stats that show the reason behind this success.
Leading PSG’s line
PSG signed Goncalo Ramos and Randal Kolo Muani to strengthen their attack. However, Ramos has not been impressive in the first few matches, and Kolo Muani is out injured. Luis Enrique has been using Marco Asensio for the number 9 role in the team.
Asensio has performed decently in this role. He is quite accustomed to this role on the team. His touch map shows that the player likes to stretch the opposition’s defence by making runs. This allows players like Kylian Mbappe to take more central positions on occasion.
After a goalless draw in the first match against Lorient, the Spaniard was sitting on the bench for the next match. The manager recalled him for PSG’s encounter against Lens. They were last season’s runners-up but ended up on the losing side. PSG defeated Lens 3-1 in the encounter, and Asensio scored his first goal for the French club.
His second came in an impressive 4-1 win away at Lyon. The player has taken six shots in the league and managed to hit the target three times. His scoring positions have been a bit similar. Paris and Luis Enrique will expect more such goals from their Spanish playmaker.
Creative side
Marco Asensio has played with the likes of Toni Kross and Luka Modric at Real Madrid. His passing and creativity are what make him a top player in the world. The 27-year-old has a high accuracy rate of 89% in the current campaign. These include six passes to the opposition’s penalty box, and that too with a 100% accuracy rate. Asensio is a key figure in the attack and can also hold the ball in the attacking third.
His only assist of the season came against Lyon. The player has tried to link with his teammates, and one chance has been converted. Asensio will look to create more links with Mbappe and improve his assist tally.
Marco Asensio is a three-time UEFA Champions League winner and has the mentality to win silverware. PSG will be happy with his performances and hope that he adds more goals and assists to his game.
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