Fabian Ruiz will miss the Champions League clash with Liverpool

Paris Saint‑Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz is reportedly refusing to play through pain ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash with Liverpool. The French champions are said to be unhappy with the Spaniard, who confirmed he would miss this evening's clash at the Parc des Princes.

The club also stated that Ruiz will continue to follow an individual training programme as he works back to full fitness. The 30‑year‑old has been sidelined since January, with the issue initially described as a minor bruise on his left knee.

French outlet L'Equipe have reported that Ruiz's fitness situation has caused frustration within the club, with medical staff believing he is 'completing fine' and could have featured against Toulouse in Ligue 1 last weekend.

Meanwhile, PSG boss Luis Enrique has dismissed claims the club are unhappy with Ruiz, saying in Tuesday’s press conference: "We have to wait for the player, there's no problem.

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