Author: David Gold

Paris Saint-Germain are impressing this season. And not just at home in Ligue 1, but in Europe too. There are signs this sleeping giant of French football may be well on the way to awakening.

France has a fine reputation for developing outstanding talents and though the country may have slumped at international level with a poor 2010 World Cup, the next generation looks bright. Here are 10 tipped to be key for Les Bleus.

Evian have made huge progress rising through the French football pyramid in the past few years. And backed by Danone, they have ambitious and achievable objectives which will refresh Ligue 1.

Rennes have been surprise table toppers in Ligue 1 this season, and this despite losing three potent strikers over the summer. While concerns remain over their firepower, the club’s success is built on solid foundations.

Lyon have steadily been toppled as Ligue 1’s dominant force over the past two season. Now, having endured a poor start to this campaign, the pressure is beginning to build on coach Claude Puel.