Luis Enrique Leads PSG to Champions League Final Amid Star Departures

Since his appointment in July 2023, PSG coach Luis Enrique has transformed the team into a formidable, cohesive unit ahead of the Champions League final, shifting the focus from star players like Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe to a collective team identity. Enrique was granted full authority by the club's hierarchy, which allowed him to mold the team according to his vision, emphasizing a new style of play and culture that values defensive responsibility and team cohesion. Despite the departure of PSG's previous superstars, Enrique has nurtured young talents and implemented a possession-based, aggressive pressing style, earning praise for his clear tactical approach. PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi has acknowledged the club's shift away from an obsession with winning the Champions League to building a sustainable, competitive team. Enrique's confidence in the team's future remains high, even after losing Mbappe, as he believes the squad will improve and already achieved a domestic league and cup double along with a Champions League semi-final appearance. Critics have noted some rigidity in Enrique's tactics, but overall, his leadership is credited with reviving PSG's reputation and making him the true 'superstar' of the club.