The official announcement of Luis Enrique’s appointment as Paris Saint-Germain coach has been delayed amid ongoing talks between the club and the current head coach, Christophe Galtier. A report from RMC Sport notes the hold up.
According to the publication, Enrique is ready to shape the coaching staff for PSG, but the club has not yet agreed to terminate Galtier’s contract. His deal runs through the summer of 2024, though discussions about the future have continued beyond that date.
Galtier was brought in as PSG head coach in 2022 with a two-year contract. In the 2022/23 season, under his leadership, the capital club captured the French championship on home soil.
In European competition, PSG exited the Champions League at the round of 16, bowing out to Bayern Munich on aggregate. The setback added weight to the conversation around leadership changes and the direction of the squad in continental play.
Luis Enrique’s most recent role was with the Spain national team. His career also includes significant stints at Celta de Vigo and Barcelona in Spain, and AS Roma in Italy, experiences that have shaped his widely recognized tactical approach and leadership style.
The situation has drawn scrutiny from various circles, with former football manager Dmitry Selyuk described in some circles as a potential factor in the club’s ongoing challenges. The exact implications of this reference remain a topic of discussion among analysts and supporters alike. [Source: RMC Sport]