LUIS ENRIQUE REJECTS MANCHESTER UNITED INTEREST; DECLARES "ICI C’EST PARIS"
Luis Enrique has rejected Manchester United interest to stay at PSG, while Michael Carrick secures his fourth straight United win.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique isn’t leaving any room for speculation about his future, even with Manchester United reportedly interested in bringing him to Old Trafford this summer. He’s on contract through 2027 and made it pretty clear he plans to stay right where he is. United, for their part, still need to pick a permanent manager when the season ends.
When reporters asked about the rumours linking him to United, Enrique didn’t dodge the question. He said he’s not thinking about leaving PSG, and there’s even talk he’s close to extending his deal. At his Monday press conference, he put it simply: “I am so happy at Paris Saint-Germain. Ici c’est Paris!” That’s about as direct as it gets.
Over at United, Michael Carrick is making a strong case to keep the job. United picked up their fourth win in a row by beating Tottenham 2-0 last weekend, and Carrick’s steady hand has people wondering if he’s the right guy long-term.
Carrick himself isn’t getting ahead of things. “Nothing’s changed, to be honest,” he said. “I know what my job is here and what’s expected. We want to win, and I want the club to keep winning, whether that’s with me or someone else in charge. Honestly, I can’t control what happens next. We’ll see, but my focus is on making United better. Good results in the short term don’t change that. If they did, something would be off. You can’t react to every high or low. I’m enjoying it here; I feel at home, but I know how these things go—I’m not getting carried away.”
While United fight to secure a top-four spot, PSG just keep rolling. They hammered Marseille 5-0 over the weekend and jumped back to the top of Ligue 1, two points clear of Lens. Luis Enrique was thrilled, but he still sees room for improvement. “We actually played an even better match in Lisbon, but lost 2-1. We created so many chances and hit the post four times. Still, this win matters for our confidence.”
He added, “It was almost perfect. We’re showing consistency, and the team are clicking—both as a group and as individuals. This is the best we’ve looked all season.”
Ousmane Dembélé, who scored twice in the big win, didn’t hold back either: “We wanted to make a statement—we’re back, and we’re hunting for trophies. The start of this season went well. Last year was much tougher. The important part of the season is coming, both in Ligue 1 and the Champions League. Lens will be right there with us…”
Dembélé, clearly finding his groove, summed it up: “I feel better. I’m hitting my stride. It’s getting better all the time.”
PSG’S REQUEST FOR A WEEK OFF BETWEEN LIVERPOOL GAMES SPARKS DOMESTIC OUTRAGE
Paris Saint-Germain requests a Ligue 1 postponement against Lens to prepare for their Champions League tie with Liverpool.
Paris Saint-Germain is sticking to its request to postpone a Ligue 1 match so it can get ready for its big Champions League clash with Liverpool.
People have been poking fun at PSG for trying to move their game against Lens, another top team in the league. Lens flat-out rejected the idea. PSG pulled off something similar when they played Chelsea in Europe, and now they want another week off between their matches with Liverpool.
Right now, that Lens match falls right between the two Liverpool games. French media says the league will decide after the LFP board meets this Thursday.
Even with the criticism, PSG claims this isn’t just about them; it’s for the good of French football.
Le Parisien reports PSG’s message: they say their push to reschedule is organised, above board, and doesn’t undermine the competition. One club insider put it like this: Every French team in European competitions lifts the entire league. France is sitting in sixth place in the race for UEFA’s 2025-26 season, and getting to fifth would mean more French clubs in Europe – up to seven of them.
It’s not just pride that’s on the line; there’s cash and exposure, too. If two French teams make the European semi-finals, Ligue 1 gets a boost on and off the field.
PSG also pointed out that the league has moved matches for this exact reason plenty of times before, especially to help French clubs in Europe.
Lens, meanwhile, isn’t hiding how they feel. They released a statement making their opposition clear.
They said the whole thing makes it feel like Ligue 1 is just an afterthought, ready to change at a moment’s notice to suit European ambitions. They argue this simply isn’t fair, which, in their eyes, sets French football apart from other major leagues.
Lens says moving the game would mean they go fifteen days without playing, then suddenly play every three days. That’s a totally different schedule than what was agreed on at the start of the season, and it’s a load that could really mess with a club like theirs.
PSG VS LIVERPOOL: WHY LUIS ENRIQUE REFUSES TO NAME PSG CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FAVORITES
Luis Enrique claims there is no favourite as PSG prepares to defend their title against Liverpool in the quarter-finals.
Paris Saint-Germain’s manager, Luis Enrique, is clear that there’s no obvious favourite as his team prepares to face Liverpool in their upcoming Champions League tie. Liverpool clinched their quarter-final spot with a dominant 4-0 win over Galatasaray on Wednesday, wrapping up the tie 4-1 on aggregate.
Liverpool, however, has had a tough time in the Premier League this season. Their 2-1 loss at Brighton left them in fifth place, and although that position might be enough to qualify for next season’s Champions League, their recent run of four games without a win puts that in question.
Another route into next season's Champions League is by winning the current tournament, but that path won’t be easy. Liverpool now face the defending champions, PSG, in the quarter-finals. The first leg is scheduled for April 8 in Paris, with the return leg at Anfield six days later.
Despite Liverpool’s struggles at home, Enrique refuses to pick between the two teams ahead of their showdown. These sides met in last season’s round of 16, with PSG progressing after a penalty shootout. Enrique reflected, “Liverpool holds good memories for us, of course. I remember last year. They were the best team in Europe then and playing incredible football.”
He added, “We’re looking forward to this quarter-final, first in Paris, then at Liverpool. I’m fortunate to have an incredible team and intelligent players. They know that when it comes to matches like these, no one is the clear favourite. Playing these two games will be very positive for us.”
Liverpool also still chases domestic silverware, with a tough FA Cup quarter-final clash against Manchester City just four days before their first leg against PSG.
Midfielder Florian Wirtz highlighted how crucial it is to build on any momentum from Europe and bring that energy into domestic matches. Before the Brighton loss, the 22-year-old explained, “It will be very important for us, also for our mindset and team spirit, to create momentum and an energy that helps us win all the upcoming games. It’s always better to have a good feeling and a good atmosphere in the dressing room because when you don’t win, the team isn’t happy.”
He finished by stressing, “It’s always better to win, and of course, we need the points. We’ll be ready for the game and try to take the three points home.”
