For several months, Fabián Ruiz has displayed a net level of play progression under the colors of Paris Saint-Germain. Arrived in 2022 from Naples, the Spanish midfielder took a long time to adapt to the requirements of the Parisian club. Often criticized for his irregularity and his lack of impact in key moments, it seems today to have found his place in the midfield of PSG. Under the orders of Luis Enrique, who appreciates his tactical intelligence and his versatility, Ruiz has gained in constant and influence. Its ability to regulate the game, to break the lines by its passage of pass and to project itself forward allows it to establish itself as a key element of the Parisian system. His understanding with players like Vitinha and Neves helps to give PSG a greater mastery of the midfielder, essential in the major Champions League games.
Beyond its regulated regularity, Fabián Ruiz is also distinguished by greater involvement in the offensive sector. Formerly criticized for his lack of efficiency in front of the goal, this season has increased statistics this season, with several goals scored and important assists. His elegance ball on the foot and his ability to eliminate his opponents in one against one also made people speak, especially during his famous dribble against Germany in selection, which marked the spirits. More confident, he no longer hesitates to take initiatives and dictate the tempo of the Parisian game, bringing a precious alternative to the usual passes circuits led by the club's offensive stars. Thanks to this rise in power, Fabián Ruiz stands out as one of the great winners of the Luis Enrique project and could play a key role in the quest for Parisians for the Champions League: “I generally do not think much in the future; I prefer to focus on the present and improve myself every day. I know I can always give more. I work for this in each match, each recovery, in the gym … I always try to bring something more to the team and to improve myself little by little. I don't set limits, I'm just trying to give the best of myself to every game».
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In a recent interview, Fabián Ruiz expressed his feelings on his career with the national team and on the impact of his coach, stressing the recognition of his work and the importance of the decisions taken by Luis de la Fuente, after in particular the regrets of Luis Enrique not to have taken him for the World Cup in Qatar. “”Well, gratitude because it recognizes the work I do. At the time, he decided not to take me and I respected this. Spain has a lot of high quality players and the coach must make decisions. These are decisions that the coach must make. There was only room for 26. Of course, I would have liked to be there, but we never really talked about it. I just tried to improve, to do what he asks me. And I think her words come from this effort. He's an excellent coach, I always said it. That's football. He came to Paris and, during these two years, I played a lot. His documentary reflects what he is, a transparent person, as he shows himself on a daily basis. It is our leader, the one who made the team grow. We are pleased to welcome him».
Fabián Ruiz also addressed his role in the field, highlighting the importance of the balance between his offensive and defensive responsibilities, while highlighting the good understanding with his teammates, both in club and selection. “It is true that the figures are there and it's good, not only for me, but also for the team. Let the sequence continue. We have known each other for a long time. This gives me the freedom to move on the field, always in the order that the team needs. I feel very comfortable with this idea. They ask me the same thing in the national team as in my team: that I arrive, that I finish. I work to improve my finish, score more goals and finish actions when I approach the surface. But always attentive to defend, a facet in which I feel comfortable. Just as I go to the opposing area to attack, I have to go to ours to help in defense ”.
In addition, the Spanish environment also mentioned the ambitions of PSG and the national team, stressing the importance of maintaining a success dynamic and continuing to evolve as a team, while highlighting cohesion and the requirements imposed by the coach. “”PSG is one of the best teams in Europe. Last year, we reached the semi-finals, now we are in the quarterfinals. With the national team, we have just won the European championship, which means that we are the best in Europe. It is therefore not necessary to relax. We must continue in this dynamic and demonstrate that we are among the best. We have been playing very good games since last year. This season, we have completely adapted to what the coach wanted. It is true that it was a radical change, but we are in good shape, with good dispositions, living in all competitions, and our goal is to continue like that for a year of success. We are a team and all the attackers bring us a lot, both offensively and defensively. This is what the coach asks us: attacking while defending as a whole. Not doing it is unthinkable, because the one who does not do it does not play. We have a significant workforce and when someone arrives, the team does not suffer». In short, Fabián Ruiz continues to prove its importance both with PSG and with the national team, embodying the spirit of collective work and the ambition to stay at the top, while adapting perfectly to the requirements of its coaches.
