PSG failed to achieve better than a draw against FC Nantes (1-1). But beyond the result, it was an absence that got people talking: that of Presnel Kimpembe. Curiously, the central defender, who had nevertheless accompanied the team during the trip to Munich for the clash against Bayern, was not retained in the group by Luis Enrique for this meeting against the Canaries. He would blame his trainer.
Since February 2023, supporters of PSG no longer had the opportunity to see Presnel Kimpembe tread the pitch under the colors of the capital club. But hope is reborn: the international defender finally seems on the verge of returning to competition. Against all expectations, the Parisian appeared on the match sheet for the clash against Bayern Municha strong signal for a player who has been away from the field for so long. However, Kimpembe ultimately did not leave the stands during this meeting. Another surprise followed this weekend, when he was not selected by Luis Enrique for the match of Ligue 1 facing the FC Nantes. Enough to make the defender roar PSG.
“He did not understand his absence”
Presnel Kimpembe was not called up for the match against FC Nantes. However, according to information relayed, the central defender feels in great shape and ready to return to the field. A decision which leaves the Parisian club perplexed, and which raises questions. Luis Enriquethe coach of PSGchose not to include Kimpembe in the list of players for this match, a decision described as surprising by several internal sources who spoke to The Team.
“He wonders where the problem comes from”
« He clearly didn't understand her absence. He expressed his frustration to several members of the club regarding this situation. He wondered how he could be in the group on Tuesday and not Saturday, when nothing happened between the two meetings. He always accepted the decisions of the sports management and especially the coach. However, the lack of consistency of decisions, just a few days apart, is incomprehensible to the player. (…) He tries to understand what is happening. He wonders where the problem comes from, these sources indicated. Discomfort sets in in the locker room PSG.
