Luis Enrique explained his decision to leave Kylian Mbappé in the 65th minute of play against Rennes (1-1)
This is an extremely rare occurrence since the arrival of the Bondy prodigy at PSG in 2017. Kylian Mbappé was released, Sunday evening, in the 65th minute of play against Rennes (1-1) Parisian technician Luis Enrique spoke about it in the press room at the end of the match, he who accepts his choice not to have any preferential treatment.
It’s a choice that’s all the easier to accept as it turned out to be the winner, with Portuguese center forward Goncalo Ramos, who replaced Mbappé, having signed a convincing entry into play, converting the equalizer from the penalty spot. which he himself had cleverly obtained in added time.
A tactical choice
“ Before or after, sooner or later, it will happen and we will have to get used to playing without Kylian”Enrique responded at a press conference. “When I consider it appropriate for him to play, he will play, when it is not the case, he will not play, as all coaches do with their players,” he continued. I want maximum competitiveness for next season. I want every starting player in this PSG team to think this is a great opportunity. That’s what I’m looking for this season and next season. Maximum competitiveness. This is what I already observe in my players.“
“ It is the coach who manages the team. It’s up to him to make the decisions, he’s the boss. We have a great group with great players. But it’s true that Kylian can make the difference at any time. It’s a decision of the coach and it’s up to us to continue. », Estimated for his part Lucas Hernandez in the mixed zone.
