PSG star 'REFUSING' to play vs Liverpool as drama erupts hours before Champions League tie

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SportFootballChampions LeagueParis Saint-Germain's prep ahead of tonight's Liverpool clash has been hit by reports one prominent star is refusing to playDecision-makers at Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly unimpressed with Fabian Ruiz amid claims the Spaniard is refusing to face Liverpool on Wednesday. The two European giants are poised to clash in the first leg of their quarter-final clash in Paris.However, Euro 2024 winner Ruiz is struggling with knee pain ahead of the key fixture.

However, it isn't enough to convince his bosses at the Parc des Princes that he couldn't play through the pain to feature in the French capital.L'Equipe reported Ruiz's knee setback is beginning to cause frustration within the camp. It's alleged officials believe the player's knee is fit for purpose, even though the Spain playmaker evidently doesn't feel the same way.PSG have already confirmed Ruiz will not be part of their squad for the first leg.

Learn moreLiverpool have reached the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals where they face Paris Saint-Germain on April 8. Fans can watch the game on Prime Video's TNT Sports channel."There is one certainty, it’s what he says and that he repeats that as long as he is in pain and suffering, he doesn’t want to play," said L'Equipe reporter Loic Tanzi.