AFC Bournemouth’s development squad are set for a trip to France on Friday, May 8, where they will take on Paris Saint-Germain’s under-21 side in a friendly fixture.

Facing one of Europe’s elite outfits will give the young Cherries crucial experience, both tactically and mentally, as they continue to progress through the club’s development pathway.

The encounter offers a valuable chance for the club’s rising prospects to measure themselves against top-level opposition in a demanding, high-performance setting.

The visit to Paris underlines the club’s ongoing focus on nurturing talent, providing players with exposure to different styles of football and the challenges that come with international competition.

Coaching staff are eager to see how the squad rises to the occasion and maximises what promises to be both an exciting and instructive experience.