That’s it for this press conference
If PSG has not communicated about Mbappé’s departure until now, Luis Enrique had nothing but praise for him this Saturday, explaining that he had had a great season alongside him.
“Toulouse caused a lot of problems,” says Luis Enrique before the match
“Toulouse posed a lot of problems in the last matches. We have to resolve all that and give one last great joy to the supporters. We will also have to prepare in the best way for the Coupe de France final. It is important to take advantage minutes played towards this goal.”
Luis Enrique gives Mbappé 10 out of 10 for his qualities on and off the pitch
He was asked about his adaptation to Real Madrid: “Mbappé, you know him as well as me or better. He is an optimistic and warm person. He is prepared for all situations. 10 out of 10 as a person and a footballer. “
“It hurts”, Luis Enrique struggles to digest Champions League elimination
“To be sincere, it still hurts. We had high hopes for this potential Champions League final. We are suffering from these two matches, we think that it does not reflect our merits. We are already planning the party for tomorrow but it was a hard blow for everyone. In the end, there remains this feeling that we gave 100% even if the result was not up to par.
Luis Enrique refuses to answer about Xavi Simons
“I’m not talking about players who aren’t in the club. He’s on loan. I’m keeping my line.”
Luis Enrique plans to use Mbappé in the same way at the end of the season
Luis Enrique continues to discuss with journalists about the playing time he will give Mbappé at the end of the season: “I try to make the press conferences different so that we don’t get bored. What do you think I’m going to do? I’m asking you in a polite and correct way. That’s it, you answered. My goal is to find the best for the team, not for a player. Now the news is public and I will continue to act in the same way He will play tomorrow and from there I will look for the solution that I prefer. It is my free will.
Luis Enrique furious at being told about a “failure” in the Champions League
Luis Enrique attacks a journalist who spoke of a “failure” in the Champions League and spoke to him about his future, after the elimination in the semi-final against Dortmund: “Was the word ‘failure’ good pronounced? I’ll try to be polite: how many teams are there in the Champions League? You don’t know how many? Maybe the failure is not having studied how many teams there were? to the next question and we will avoid a problem.”
Luis Enrique does not want to comment on PSG tributes for Mbappé
Luis Enrique touches on the tributes that PSG could pay to Kylian Mbappé, indicating that it is up to the club to respond.
Luis Enrique does not want to compare Mbappé with Messi and Neymar
“I’ve been very lucky because I’ve always had a very direct relationship with players who can be considered on a global scale. Everyone has their own personal and professional situation. I don’t complain about anyone. I don’t complain about anyone. I don’t like making rankings, I can only say things about the players I’ve worked with.”
“Mbappé is a PSG legend”, Luis Enrique praises the striker
“We often wanted to oppose ourselves. Even if Kylian publicly denied it. All I can say is good things about Mbappé and his brother. I understand his decision, he spent 7 years here, it’s a club legend. He gave everything for PSG He hasn’t said where he’s going yet, even though we think it’s clear. is a leader, with a smile. I wish him the best. PSG will have to be even bigger.
“We knew it for a long time”, Luis Enrique speaks on Mbappé’s departure
Let’s go for the press conference, with a first question about Mbappé: “It’s a sport which is complex enough that the teams which have the best players do not win all the matches. We have known this for a long time, as everyone. It doesn’t change the general picture. All my decisions were made based on what I considered best for the team. There is still a title to go for, that’s our goal. convinced, that no matter the players we will be stronger next season.”
“Difficult days”, Luis Enrique reflects on the elimination on the microphone of the club channel
“We didn’t win, it’s obvious that it’s been a difficult few days because of the emotions since this elimination. We didn’t manage to beat Dortmund, we were close to the final (…) We have to whether it’s a big party at home, it’s the goal to celebrate the title together by having a great match.”
Luis Enrique will speak in a few moments
We are expecting the Spanish technician shortly.
PSG’s medical update before Toulouse
– Presnel Kimpembe continues his recovery work.
– Sergio Rico continues his reathletics program.
– Lucas Hernandez has started his rehabilitation protocol.
The world of football reacts to Mbappé’s announcement
Kylian Mbappé’s big announcement on Friday did not go unnoticed. To follow all the reactions and information on this issue, click here.
Still four games to go
PSG’s schedule until the end of the season:
– Sunday May 12 (9 p.m.): PSG-Toulouse in Ligue 1
– Wednesday May 15 (9 p.m.): Nice-PSG in Ligue 1
– Sunday May 19 (9 p.m.): Metz-PSG in Ligue 1
– Saturday May 25 (9 p.m.): OL-PSG in the Coupe de France final
A particular context
Hello everyone, welcome to this live broadcast dedicated to Paris Saint-Germain. A few days after the elimination in the Champions League against Dortmund, and on the eve of the reception of Toulouse in Ligue 1 (Sunday, 9 p.m.), PSG coach Luis Enrique will speak this Saturday at a press conference, starting from 1 p.m.
A media event where there will inevitably be talk of Kylian Mbappé, who announced his departure from Paris on Friday.