“He is on an ascending slope. It is closer to potential participation every day ”. Here is what Luis Enrique said about Presnel Kimpembe on March 28. Back on the lawns of Ligue 1 during the victory of his family against Saint-Etienne, the French international (28 selections) therefore sees the end of the tunnel after two years of absence due to injuries.
However, faced with competition (Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez, Beraldo) and the will of the champions of France in title not to rush his return to competition, the native of Beaumont-sur-Oise was, from his comeback, that at four lean entries for a total of 67 minutes on the ground. What push the person concerned to make a radical decision.
Kimpembe will play with the Espoirs group
Thus, according to the latest information from ParisianPSG number 3 asked to play with the Espoirs group. The opportunity for him to garner playing time and find all his sensations as quickly as possible. In agreement with the staff and the sports management, Kimpembe will therefore play with the youngest, this Friday at 1 pm, in Nîmes, National Club.
“He is a very important player for the team, for the group. People think you can only help the team when you are on the field, but it's wrong! It is in a very positive process, I want to see it in good conditions to start a match. Today, he is on the ascending slope and he helps the team by his leadership ”had also added Luis Enrique against journalists. It remains to be seen whether this choice will allow Presnel Kimpembe to find an important place in the first team whether it is outside but especially on the field …