Luis Enrique delivered a clear and firm message in his press conference: despite strong results and trophies already in sight, PSG must not take their foot off the gas. And it starts this Monday against Paris FC in the Coupe de France. “You don’t think about trophies, it’s the last step,” hammered the Parisian coach, insisting on staying focused on the game and collective improvement. The Spanish coach says he is particularly satisfied with his squad, which he describes as “special,” but warns that nothing is guaranteed.
Asked about his team’s ability to turn around difficult situations, Luis Enrique sees much more than luck. “When you do the same thing several times, it’s no longer chance,” he points out, highlighting clear mental progress, even if he admits the goal is to avoid these nerve-racking scenarios as much as possible. On an individual level, he also stresses the importance of building form progressively, especially with Champions League and league knockout matches approaching.
A Cup Tie That Must Be Treated Like a Final
Regarding the Coupe de France and the match against Paris FC, Luis Enrique issues a warning: no room for complacency. “It’s like a final, we can be knocked out,” he explains, despite PSG’s advantage in match rhythm over their opponent. He also addressed individual cases, including Achraf Hakimi, still involved at the Africa Cup of Nations. The Moroccan is “not yet at 100%,” but his gradual return to competition is seen as encouraging ahead of his return to Paris.
As for Lucas Chevalier, Luis Enrique sticks to his principles: one match does not change his hierarchy or his judgment of a player. Very discreet about contract matters, the coach brushes off rumors: “A lot of fake news around PSG. All that is private and will stay that way.” The same firm answer applies to the future of Ousmane Dembélé, which he leaves to the sporting management.
Finally, Luis Enrique wanted to praise the exemplary attitude of Gonçalo Ramos. “He’s a true professional, always ready. His number of goals is incredible every season,” he says, seeing him as the perfect example of the mindset he expects from a PSG player. The overall message is clear: PSG are doing well, but the hardest part is still ahead—and there is no question of thinking about trophies just yet.
