This is the news that all the Parisian people have been waiting for. Paris Saint-Germain is preparing to challenge Bayern Munich this Tuesday evening at the Parc des Princes for a gala performance in the Champions League, but a major uncertainty persisted: Ousmane DembĂ©lĂ©, the reigning Ballon d’Or, injured in the hamstring against Nice, would he be fit? At a press conference this Monday, Luis Enrique himself cleared the doubts with a clear statement which will relieve supporters, while keeping an element of mystery about its use.
“He will play tomorrow”: The green light for the Ballon d’Or
Faced with the press, Luis Enrique was categorical. No question of taking the slightest risk, but the player is ready. “ No risk with any player. But Ousmane is in good condition,” said the Spanish coach. “He has done all the training in recent weeks, he participated in the last two matches, and improved his physical condition. He will play tomorrow of course. » A clear confirmation, even if he immediately added: “ I don’t know how many minutes but he is ready to compete. » Doubt still hangs over his tenure, but his presence changes everything.
Vitinha: “If he’s there, it’s even better”
This news visibly delighted the locker room. Vitinha, present alongside his trainer, did not hide his relief at the idea of ​​being able to count on his major asset. “ In this type of match in particular, you always want to play with the best. He is the Golden Ball, he is the best (…) I can see him clearly, he is training, he is happy. I hope he will be good for the match. If he’s there, it’s even better. » Strong support which shows the importance of DembĂ©lĂ© in the group.
PSG-Bayern: Luis Enrique confirms the return of Ousmane Dembélé
A tough schedule that motivates Paris
Beyond the Dembélé case, Luis Enrique underlined the capital importance of this match. He described PSG’s program as “ worst Champions League schedule“, insisting on the need to “take the points as far in advance as possible”. Faced with a “very strong” Bayern, the Parisian coach is counting on the atmosphere at the Parc des Princes: “With our supporters and this atmosphere, we have confidence to seek to improve our performance. »
Praise for Marquinhos and the “Titis”
In this quest for success, Luis Enrique knows he can count on his leaders and his youth. He praised his captain again: “ Marquinhos (…) he is a real leader and I am very happy to have a player like him. » He also had very strong words for the young shoots of the training center, Senny Mayulu (“very important for us”) and the “surprising” Quentin Ndjantou: “ I’m excited to have a player like him on the team.
Conclusion: Paris armed for the shock
With the confirmed return of its Ballon d’Or Ousmane DembĂ©lĂ©, a leading captain and growing youngsters, Paris Saint-Germain is approaching this first European shock against Bayern Munich with certainty and displayed confidence. Luis Enrique said it, the group is difficult, but Paris is ready for the fight and intends to strike a big blow on this first day at the Parc des Princes.
