Since his arrival last summer on the PSG bench, opinions have differed on Luis Enrique. Considered by many as the right coach for Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish technician is not necessarily unanimous. Criticized for certain decisions sometimes considered theatrical, the coldness of the former Barça coach, displayed on several occasions, also made certain followers of the capital club cringe. On the other hand, the symbiosis still seems present between Luis Enrique and his leaders.
In this sense, an extension seemed to be the number 1 prospect for the 54-year-old coach in Paris. As his contract expired next June, it was necessary to act quickly to secure the future of the Iberian technician. And after weeks of negotiations, the matter was closed during this international break, as explained The Parisian this Thursday. As our colleagues explained, Luis Enrique extended his contract for two seasons with the Parisian club and all that is missing is formalization to definitively confirm this decision.
Luis Enrique could give up everything for La Roja
An expected decision and which ultimately shocks no one as optimism reigns around the mandate of the former FC Barcelona coach in the capital. This Friday, The Team revealed some behind the scenes on this extension and the way in which the negotiations took place. It’s simple: at PSG, everyone knew that this extension was going to take place. Considered the ideal person for the job according to his managers, Luis Enrique enjoys significant room for maneuver with the residents of the Parc des Princes.
For his part, the Spanish coach would be delighted to be able to work in suitable working conditions and believes that his mission is not yet finished on the banks of the Seine. Apart from certain statements which sometimes make people cringe, there was therefore no doubt about the continuation of this collaboration. On the other hand, the media explains that Luis Enrique could be tempted by a return to the Spain bench. Bitter after his mixed stint on the Roja bench between 2018 and 2022, the former coach would not say no to the idea of a return, which is not so far-fetched. Indeed, even if he won Euro 2024, Luis de la Fuente would no longer be in the odor of sanctity on the Iberian bench according to the Spanish press. To be continued…