PSG: return of a superstar next summer?

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

PSG: return of a superstar next summer?
Daniel Riolo has confided in Paris Saint-Germain’s medium-term strategy.

After the departure of Kylian Mbappé to Real Madrid in the summer of 2024, the
Paris Saint-Germain has taken a 180-degree turn in its recruitment policy. Exit the galactics like Mbappé, Neymar or Lionel Messi to make way for a game project based on a strong collective, without a head sticking out.

A direction which bore fruit since the capital club moved into another dimension by having the best season in its history, with a first coronation in the Champions League and a solid success on the domestic scene.

Luis Campos and Luis Enrique.

However, can PSG continue in this direction? According to Daniel Riolo, the temptation to re-recruit players with strong marketing potential would be very present in the minds of Qatari decision-makers.

“ When you win, you create stars like Dembelé, Doué, Vitinha… But what happens if you win less?“, launched Daniel Riolo on RMC, in After Foot. “ In terms of TV rights, whether you win or not, the differences are not monstrous. In this type of business, we always try to separate the athlete from the financier so as not to be too enslaved to the result.“.

“ Without stars, what do you do? Are you tempted to use it again to feed the machine or are you keeping the current policy?“, asked the journalist, at a time when rumors around an interest in Lamine Yamal are intensifying. Case(s) to be continued…
Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.