On the occasion of the 16th final of French Cup between the PSG et
Espaly (N3), Luis Enrique presented himself at a pre-match press conference. The opportunity for the Spanish technician to discuss certain individualities of his squad, the transfer window, but also the French Cup.
The Coupe de France (PSG TV)
“The cup is a competition that we really like, it brings back very good memories and it is very good to play against opponents from other levels […] The team is in a good moment, we must continue with the same mentality of playing each match as if it were a final.”
The right match to revive Presnel Kimpembe?
“Tomorrow is an ideal match to see some players. After speaking with Presnel, to see if he feels ready to play, he feels better, he was able to train with the team during this month. It's important to share with the player to see what their condition is. he’s ready to help the team.”
Playing time for Randal Kolo Muani and Milan Skriniar?
“I like my players to have this information before you. You will see tomorrow if they are summoned.”
Managing your group with upcoming deadlines?
“We have to arrive for the Champions League match in the best conditions, we have to manage as well as possible. There will be a turnover to provide appropriate playing time.”
About Senny Mayulu
“Mayulu, it’s a bet we made, I love this player. When he decided to stay even though he was being courted, it was great news for us. Unfortunately he was injured with the French selection, which prevented him from having more playing time than he could have had until then.
The starting goalkeeper against Espaly (N3)?
“That's a very good question, I'll think about it tonight.” All three goalkeepers are available and ready. I have to think about it. The decisions don't always please the players but I have confidence in the goalkeepers and we will see who plays.”
Luis Enrique teases about the Khvicha Kvaratskhelia case
“I like to talk about the players who are not in the squad. But I don’t.”
Analysis of the opponent Espaly (N3)
“We have an adversary analysis sector. We saw Espaly, a club from another division which will play in a stadium other than its own. We have good memories in the Coupe de France, we want to win it. When we play PSG, there is no friendly match, no match to relax. I hope the team continues to do so.”
A propos de l'absence de Marquinhos
“I'm not worried at all. His injury is very minor but we don't want to put him at risk. He won't be here tomorrow but that's nothing to worry about. He could play tomorrow but it doesn’t make sense to take risks.”
The month of January
“For January, we have a general vision of the seven games, which is better in the short or medium term. But in terms of preparation, I only think about the Espaly match to plan.”
Sign up for time with PSG?
« I don't know how long I will stay at PSG. In my previous clubs, I didn't stay more than four years, I had to renew my energy because it's exhausting. Here it's different, I feel very good here, very comfortable. It would be great if it was 10 years, that would mean that everyone is happy but I want to live in the present moment, to develop the squad with players for whom I plan very far. I would like to develop this project but I am not an innocent novice, you have to be at your core in all competitions to last several years and that wears out everyone, the club, the supporters. I don't know where I am, the most important thing is that I have the energy to imagine that« .
