This week, the press reported a possible upcoming departure of Randal Kolo Muani. It is said that the former Nantes man would definitely no longer have his place in Paris. And that the transfer window which is coming should be used to exfiltrate it. Rumors that Luis Enrique, the coach of the French champions, completely denied this Friday at a press conference.
Luis Enrique has no problem with Kolo Muani
“I count on all my players without exception,” he assured when asked about RKM. I trust what I see in matches and in training. A player who doesn’t play can turn things around in training. I can give or take away playing time based on what I see and what I consider best for the team. »
The Asturian technician also affirmed that there is no discomfort in the locker room between those who play a lot and those who play less. “Yes, the atmosphere is very good and there was already a similar situation last year. Those who have arrived bring a lot, on a personal and footballing level. But it’s not easy, they are strong, beautiful, they do what they want in life so they have no trouble being happy. »
He also flies to the aid of Barcola
Luis Enrique also spoke about Bradley Barcola, whose performance in the European Cup is less attractive than that which he displays in the championship. “I don’t worry, he proclaimed. If Barcola goes three days without scoring you will criticize him. It’s a marathon, there will be ups and downs and if he doesn’t score, other players will score. There is no additional burden, the pressure should not be placed more on one player. Everyone has to score goals. »
Luis Enrique explains Dembélé’s position
Finally, the Parisian coach spoke about the Ousmane Dembélé case and his positioning on the pitch. “Often Dembélé plays on the outside, but sometimes we know that Dembélé will have an easier time in the middle, so we put him there, closer to the goal. But I believe that the OM match before the expulsion was very clear, but the whole expulsion diluted the rest. I am very proud of what I see, of the attitude of my players. What we have always sought is to be unpredictable for the opponent and predictable for ourselves. But the fact that we generate so many chances is because of these constant movements. »
