The Parc des Princes has never forgotten it, and maybe never really forgiven. He is Frédéric Déhu, former emblematic captain of Paris Saint-Germain, whose departure for Olympique de Marseille in 2004 had resonated as a real betrayal for Parisian supporters. While PSG is preparing to play the most important match in its history, a Champions League final, the voice of this former pillar, now 51, resurfaces. In an interview with the Parisian since Tbilissi, where he participated in a legendary match, Déhu gives his gaze on the Parisian epic. But beyond his analysis, a question burns the fans' lips: after wearing the enemy's jersey, what is his feeling really?
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Asked about the scope of this final, Frédéric Déhu did not minimize the event. “I don't know if it's the most important, but it's a key moment in its story,” he says. For the former defender, winner of the 2004 French Cup with Paris, PSG has now
“The means to finally win the Champions League” thanks to a “Real team, led by a Luis Enrique which has been remarkable so far. »He rents the work of the Spanish technician: “He gave seriousness to the club. (…) Luis Enrique is justly responsible for the star is not a particular player, but the collective. A method which, according to Déhu, made it possible to impose ideas on which “the locker room joined it, Even after the departure of Mbappé, proving that Luis Enrique “Was right” to believe in a strong collective.
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Among the individuals, Déhu says “Surprised by the progress of Nuno Mendes” But it was Ousmane Dembélé who impressed him the most. “The figures of the season place Dembélé in the lead, but it is almost impossible to retain only one player, “He nuances, while stressing the importance of his return to form:” It was important that he finds regularity (…) Today, he also has the confidence of Luis Enrique and it counts a lot. »» Faced with Inter Milan in the final, the former captain identifies experience as the “Big strong point” Italians, “A team that has been playing together for years, with a base of players who know each other perfectly. »»
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“An immense release, because, since the arrival of Qatar, the Champions League has become an obsession. »He imagines “An immense accomplishment” et “a source of pride for all of France. As for his forecasts for the final, he anticipates “A beautiful finish, but less entertaining That a PSG-Barça, and concludes with cautious optimism: “But PSG must win, regardless of the opponent. »»
If Frédéric Déhu analyzes with accuracy and a certain enthusiasm the journey of PSG, he is careful not to proclaim his unconditional support at the club of the capital loud and clear. His Marseille past, even distant, leaves a subtle doubt. His words are those of a wise observer, of a former respectful player, but the overflowing passion of the Parisian supporter that it was seems today tinged with a professional distance. One thing is certain, his analysis will be scrutinized, and perhaps always judged in terms of this famous transfer which has marked his career and the memory of fans.
