The arrival of Alexander-Arnold (sorry, “Trent”) is indicative of Florentino Perez’s apparent desire to turn Real Madrid into football’s “all-stars”. But as PSG will attest, a team of individual superstars is not so much of a team, and does not guarantee success.

Both PSG and Real Madrid are dealing with injuries and suspensions heading into their semifinal. Paris Saint-Germain take on Real Madrid in a blockbuster summer duel with a spot in the Club World Cup final at stake.

PSG coach Luis Enrique refused to comment on ex-player Kylian Mbappe before his side’s semifinal against Real Madrid.