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Graduated from School of Journalism in Paris. Specializing in football, and more particularly on the transfer window. Fan of PSG and Stade Français.
The offensive sector of PSG finds itself widely singled out after the recent defeat against Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League, and some observers believe that the current squad is sorely lacking a number 9. Luis Enrique spoke without detour on this subject and steps up to the plate by explaining that he was happy with his current team.
Despite his clear domination in the game, the PSG finally lost on Wednesday evening at the Parc des Princes againstAtlético de Madrid (1-2), in the Champions League. The finishing concerns have relaunched the famous debate on the absence of a real number 9 at PSG, with the long-term injury of Gonçalo Ramos. Et Luis Enrique reacted this Friday at a press conference on this thorny subject.
“I hear the criticism”
« What do I expect from a 9? What we've all been waiting for. I could defend what it's like to play with a false number 9, or with a number 9. Those are my decisions. I look for the best for my team. I hear the criticism », confides the coach of PSGwho nevertheless believes that his current squad does not need to be improved.
“I use a 9 when appropriate”
« We can criticize the 9 when we don't score. I know the criticisms, I accept them. I use a 9 when it is appropriate and depending on what I want », continues Luis Enrique. This is clear.