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PSG have been the most dominant Ligue 1 team over the past decade. The plethora of stars at their disposal has led to them establishing themselves as one of the top European sides in more aspects than one.
PSG is home to a number of world-class forwards
The Parisian side have had no dearth of goal scorers who have played their part for the team. Notably, these players have contributed massively to the club's record for most goals scored in a season - a whopping 108 in 2017-18. Because of the competent management at their club and the substantial funds available, PSG are almost guaranteed to do well every year and carry a lot of expectations.
Although PSG may have faltered last season, they have made amends and sit comfortably at the top of the Ligue 1 table with a lead of 10 points. Here we take a look at the top five active PSG players who have scored the most goals for the club:
#5 Marquinhos - 32 Goals
Paris Saint-Germain’s centre-back may be a brick wall in defense, but he has also had his fair share of goals for the club. Ever since the partnership of David Luiz and Thiago Silva ended at PSG, Marquinhos has been an indispensable part of the Parisian squad.
He is solid at the back and has excellent ball distribution under pressure. His ability to make critical passes has led to the side moving swiftly from back to front and cutting through the opposition.
Marquinhos scored a number of important goals at the back end of last season. He has played 336 matches for PSG and has a decent goal-scoring record for a centre-back with 32 goals, including one this season against Lille.
#4 Mauro Icardi - 36 Goals
Mauro Icardi joined Paris Saint-Germain from Inter Milan with a high reputation. Although pace is not his strength, he compensates for it with his positional awareness and deadly instincts. The Argentinian has formidable movement off the ball and makes intelligent runs that make him a lethal striker with an eye for goal.
Icardi's start to the 2019-20 season was notable, as he netted 10 times in 11 games. Due to the presence of Mbappe and now Messi, Icardi faces serious competition in the team. He has bagged 36 goals for PSG in 76 appearances.
Icardi has not been shy of controversies, with several media stories engulfing the Argentine star due to personal issues. Since the arrival of Mauricio Pochettino, he has only played in 11 matches and scored three goals.
#3 Ángel Di María - 90 Goals
Since signing for PSG in 2015, Ángel Di María has proved to be a valuable asset to the Ligue 1 club. The skilled Argentine winger has sublime dribbling and technical ability and has been one of the club's most essential playmakers.
Di María’s vision and reliable passing led to him topping the list of all-time assists in the club’s history - an impressive 113. During his first season at the club, he had 18 assists, which is still a league record for the highest in a single Ligue 1 campaign. Di María backs up his assists with goals as well, often in crucial scenarios.
He currently has 90 goals for PSG in 273 appearances. After a somewhat disappointing spell with Manchester United, Di María has recapture his form at PSG. Despite being 33 years old, age has yet to affect his performances in a negative manner.
#2 Neymar Jr - 90 Goals
One of the world’s most popular and talented footballers, Neymar Jr is easily one of the best PSG players ever. The Brazilian has always been superb during his time with PSG, after creating headlines when he joined Barcelona for €222 million.
Neymar is without a doubt one of the greatest dribblers the footballing world has seen, and because of his class, he will go down as one of the world’s greatest. It is the Brazilian’s fifth season in the French league, and he is indispensable to PSG.
The accolades he has won, even with a rough patch of injuries, are quite remarkable. He has scored a total of 90 goals for the club in just 127 matches. If he stays fit for a considerable time, he can achieve new heights and set new records for himself and the club.
#1 Kylian Mbappe - 139 Goals
After taking the world by storm when he was just a teenager, Kylian Mbappe has become one of the best forwards in Europe. The Frenchman is the most valuable player in the world right now. His lethal finishing, pace, and dribbling are the stuff of nightmares for defenders.
His goal-scoring record at such a young age is the reason why he is constantly in the conversation of the best players in the world. With the way he is currently going, it is without question that he will go on and break several records in the footballing world.
The 22-year-old has an outstanding record of 139 goals in just 187 appearances for PSG and has been the league’s top scorer for the past three seasons. Mbappe is one of the main driving forces at the club and his performances will be vital if PSG are looking to win trophies, especially the Champions League.
However, Mbappe has yet to commit his long-term future to the club amidst interest from Real Madrid.
