The atmosphere in Paris became tense after PSG's heavy defeat against Rennes on Friday, losing 3-1. The result leaves Lens with the possibility of taking the sole lead in Ligue 1. In the end, Ousmane Dembélé criticized his teammates, accusing them of losing focus, but coach Luis Enrique downplayed the Ballon d'Or winner's words, reminding that no one is above the club. "We have to play for the club first, instead of thinking about ourselves. I also think Rennes played very well and deserved the victory," stated the French international. Enrique's response to Dembélé was delivered in Spanish, ensuring he had complete control over his words. "I don't value what players say at the end of the game. I won't respond to a player because of that. I will never allow a player to be above the club. That is clear. I manage the team. And I will never allow a player to think they are more important than the club. A player, me, the sporting director, or the president… none is greater than the club. Those statements mean nothing. They come from frustration with the game that just ended," the coach fired back. The PSG winger assured internally that his words were meant for the collective and that he did not intend to direct them at anyone specifically.
Luis Enrique PSG remains central to this story.
Luis Enrique PSG remains central to this story.
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