Despite a lack of success in recent years, the name of Paris Saint Germain has long been associated with class in French football. The likes of Ronaldinho and Weah have graced the PSG shirt, and the addition of Claude Makelele is perhaps a sign that the club are rebounding and will prove themselves again to threaten Lyon for the top crown in French football. Makelele has won many major honours, and has chosen to spend the twilight years of his career plying his trade for PSG ahead of many other major European clubs, which indicates that he believes this is a team on the up. I believe that the addition of this name and number of Makelele on the back of the PSG away shirt would be an excellent decision as it is a public acknowledgement that a world class player is once again gracing a truly classy football club. I would also recommend adding Makelele to the back of the shirt if you aspire to be a player of his type, a no nonsense defensive midfielder with a sharp footballing brain. To wear this football shirt in the park whilst playing with friends would be a true sign to those you are playing against that you will be putting in some uncompromising challenges!

The shirt itself is the away shirt, an alternative to the classic dark blue and red PSG home shirt which has graced European football for generations. A bright white design with red trim and a noticeable strong collar, this football shirt looks simple and stands out brightly, making it easier to pick out team mates if you choose to use this shirt to play in. The trademark Nike swoosh is a strong indictator of quality, and I would expect this shirt to be comfortable and modern in design to ensure that sweat or dirt does not adversely affect play. One feature of the shirt which I dislike is the faded out polka dot design which is a distraction from a classic white design and looks unusual. It is a unique design and some may love the added feature, but I am unconvinced at what it adds to an otherwise well made football shirt.

To be fair, my first thought would be that many who would like to buy a PSG shirt would purchase the instantly recognisable home shirt rather than this. However, the design is neat and high quality, and I would heartily recommend the addition of the Makelele name on the back, possibly the greatest player at PSG and a player who the fans should be happy to showcase upon their backs.

Dominic Smith