Amid speculation that Lucas could leave in January, Emery said the Brazilian had been told he no longer featured prominently in his plans.

Lucas, 25, has not started for PSG this season and has been linked with clubs including Chelsea.

"When preseason got under way, I spoke with the players about their individual situations," Emery told his prematch news conference ahead of Wednesday's game against Troyes.

"This summer, we bought some new players to give the team more and it is now harder to play regularly with this sort of competition.

"Every single player knew their situation right from the off. Everybody in the squad has had a chance to play. However, it is difficult now because competition for places is greater than it has ever been."

Argentina internationals Javier Pastore and Angel Di Maria have also been linked with moves, with the former saying he was considering his future.

Emery said: "It is normal that there are a lot of rumours flying around about PSG players. These are all big, important names.

"However, for me, the most important thing is to focus on the next match, so Troyes and then Strasbourg on Saturday. This is a very important month."

Right-back Thomas Meunier, pushed down the pecking order by the summer arrival of Dani Alves, is reportedly interesting Atletico Madrid, Napoli, Valencia and Manchester United.

But Emery stressed: "He is important to us. He is playing less than he did last campaign, but he is doing well when he gets his chances. We need two players in each position.

"Dani is performing very well, but we are also very happy with Thomas. It is true that Thomas is suffering because of Dani's performances, but I have spoken with him and told him to be patient.

"I told him that he will be able to develop because of Dani but that he is also very important to us and that we are very happy with him."

Emery also said midfielder Thiago Motta was his only injury concern ahead of the Troyes clash as he continues to recover from a recent knee operation.

"After last Sunday's match, we only have one training session before Troyes," the coach added. "I have spoken with the physiotherapists to see how the players are doing, and they are all fine.

"Thiago is still out but he is doing well and continuing his recovery."