French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[KTChampions]

Another good news for Real Madrid and bad news for PSG is, It seems the Emir of Qatar asked Mbappe to extend his contract or they will sell this player this summer.
Real Madrid is obviously waiting for this moment to hire Mbappe.

https://psgtalk.com/2023/06/emir-of-qatar-to-mbappe-extend-contract-at-psg-or-be-sold-this-summer/

A logical continuation of the whole situation that has arisen. I hope they will not break comedy for a long time and pretend that not everything has been decided yet and we will finally see the end of this series.
By the way, formally it will be the most expensive transfer in history - 200 million + 50 million in the form of bonuses. Neymar's transfer was more expensive, plus Mbappe's re-signing to PSG too, but in the form of a fair transfer, it will be a record.

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[Leviathan.007]

The power of a club is absolute, but if later Enrique expects Neymar to stay at PSG, of course that will be a serious consideration for next season's competition. I think that even if there was no Neymar, PSG would still win the Ligue 1 title and they would still need new players to enter a more difficult competition, namely the champions league. At the moment PSG have not had many rumors regarding the players they will sign in the summer and I think they should do it soon because a team like Lens will be one of their competitors in Ligue 1 next season.

I see Luis Enrique and Zidane are both near to PSG and they still didn't officially say anything about their new coach.
Zidane is a successful coach and he had a good performance in Real Madrid when he was working there but he didn't work in other teams I think Enrique on the other hand because of the tactic he usually uses can't be a good option for PSG.
Also, doesn't really matter if Enrique wants to work with Neymar or not because the Neymar we see recently in PSG is far from what we saw in Barcelona.

[Polkeins]

Neymar is still a really solid player in his role but he has been struggling with injury problems for a long time. Last season was also not quite good for him in terms of this situation. Otherwise his statistics until getting injured last season were really impressive. At this point I don't know if PSG would continue with him for at least one more season.

There are still speculations like he could leave indeed. But I don't feel like PSG will force him to leave as long as they don't get an official offer. I don't think he would go to Saudi Arabia just yet by the way. If we don't see an offer by a European team then he might also join Messi in the MLS.

Messi got an enormous contract by Inter Miami and a similar one might be offered to Neymar as well.

If Neymar had been more athletic, maybe he would have had fewer injuries. Judging by the news, Neymar is busy doing everything but training, he either attends Formula 1 or cheats on his girlfriend, and injuries don't bother him! Of course, with such an attitude it will not be easy for him with Luis Enrique, with whom they have already worked in Barcelona.
Chances of Neymar to stay in PSG are, it is unlikely the player with such behavior to buy a top club, but he can still play, his age allows it.

In general, the talent of Neymar was just huge and how he used it is a separate story for anyone who does not want to lose his talent.
Not only that Neymar possessed excellent feints, had a sharp sense, was able to score, but unlike many Brazilian strikers he was physically strong, maintained the pace of matches without slumps and when necessary gave passes.

[Oneandpure]

I see Luis Enrique and Zidane are both near to PSG and they still didn't officially say anything about their new coach.
Zidane is a successful coach and he had a good performance in Real Madrid when he was working there but he didn't work in other teams I think Enrique on the other hand because of the tactic he usually uses can't be a good option for PSG.
Also, doesn't really matter if Enrique wants to work with Neymar or not because the Neymar we see recently in PSG is far from what we saw in Barcelona.

PSG have tried several times to bring in Zidane but it is still very difficult, but there is a possibility with Luis Enrique especially after failing to become Chelsea coach and the opportunity for Henrique to return to coaching after being sacked from the position of coach of the Spanish National Team.

But until right now, PSG still not announce their interested for signing between Zidane or Luis Henrique after sacking Christophe Galtier have success won Ligue 1 tittle this season. I think if Zidane denies with PSG is not bad ideas try to signing Luis Henrique because has good experienced winning Champion Leage tittle with Barcelona.

[LUCKMCFLY]

PSG team management could not collect anything great from a player like Lionel Messi. In fact, I think the PSC team coach does not know how to play Lionel Messi. However, if Kylian Mbappe ever leaves PSG, the team will collapse.

In general, PSG has never depended on just two players and if PSG did depend on just two players, it was clear that the team would collapse because the team did not respect the other players in the team. But for next season what PSG really needs is a great young player even if he's not a star, because the PSG team can't keep hoping for one or two star players who aren't young anymore. So PSG must be able to find great young players in the transfer market before next season starts.

I won't go into the argument about whether PSG is dependent on only two players. I would say PSG have had a lot of star players but their performances have been erratic. Since their overall performance was erratic, it didn't matter if their team relied on just two players. Bonding between players was weak at PSG. If they want to do well next season, PSG management should revamp the entire squad. If not, I think the team will be eliminated from the first round of the Champions League next season.

Messi has left the PSG team. Because Messi was not able to achieve much in this team. The aim of adding Lionel Messi to the team was to do something great in the Champions League. But that purpose was not fulfilled. But football fans are hoping that Messi will do something great at the next club.

Messi has left the team, and PSG management is trying to sell Neymar as well. PSG needs suitable replacements for these two key players. If they want to eat well in the coming season. However, we do not know which player PSG management is interested in replacing Messi and Neymar. Also, we don't know if the PSG management is willing to spend a lot of money like before. But expect PSG to form a strong squad next season.

Nobody can be an alternative for Messi and fill his position at PSG also there is the same story for Neymar, even if they had a bad performance recently still Neymar was a legend in PSG for weeks before he gets injured.
Also heard there are some other people who want to leave PSG this season and it seems the owner of PSG needs to find players and this is so hard when we are talking about players like Messi.

I agree with that, it's not for comparison, but in the case of Bayern something like that happened, and Bayern let Lewa lose and currently they haven't been able to cover that position , in fact it was difficult for them to win the UCL because they were eliminated, so this guy of players when the coaches let them leave they should be fired Immediately because they don't know how to use those tremendous resources, now PSG's fault for not winning everything is the same technical staff, starting with the coach and ending with the Sheikh, because the Players They are directed and clearly letting their stars or most of them go and only keeping one is something that will never be a good deal.

I see Luis Enrique and Zidane are both near to PSG and they still didn't officially say anything about their new coach.
Zidane is a successful coach and he had a good performance in Real Madrid when he was working there but he didn't work in other teams I think Enrique on the other hand because of the tactic he usually uses can't be a good option for PSG.
Also, doesn't really matter if Enrique wants to work with Neymar or not because the Neymar we see recently in PSG is far from what we saw in Barcelona.

PSG have tried several times to bring in Zidane but it is still very difficult, but there is a possibility with Luis Enrique especially after failing to become Chelsea coach and the opportunity for Henrique to return to coaching after being sacked from the position of coach of the Spanish National Team.

But until right now, PSG still not announce their interested for signing between Zidane or Luis Henrique after sacking Christophe Galtier have success won Ligue 1 tittle this season. I think if Zidane denies with PSG is not bad ideas try to signing Luis Henrique because has good experienced winning Champion Leage tittle with Barcelona.

Well, personally I don't think Luis Enrique is the best option for him to have a team as big as PSGH, firstly because in the Spanish team he showed that he is a resentful person, he did not look for even 1 Real Madrid player Just because of the rivalry he feels towards the team, he is a person who does not value veteran players (unless they are from Barcelona) , otherwise he does not call them to play, he gives priority to inexperienced players, appealing only to youth It's better, so they fired him from the national team for a reason, and I think he's very arrogant, I think that coach is similar to Ten Hag , he's very Problematic, if PSG wants to get into more trouble they Should hire him.

[youdacapt]

Another good news for Real Madrid and bad news for PSG is, It seems the Emir of Qatar asked Mbappe to extend his contract or they will sell this player this summer.
Real Madrid is obviously waiting for this moment to hire Mbappe.

https://psgtalk.com/2023/06/emir-of-qatar-to-mbappe-extend-contract-at-psg-or-be-sold-this-summer/

I think its a complicated news tbh. Its been a long while when Perez has splashed alot of money repeatedly on signings, now after getting Bellingham for 100M, would Real Madrid pay PSG asking price of 200M? With just a year contract on Mbappe deal?

[kro55]

Yes, unfortunately it is. If Neymar doesn't have many injuries, maybe we will see him playing to his full optimal, as a striker and the most expensive player he should be able to give good results for PSG. By the way, if Luis Enrique becomes PSG new coach, Neymar is likely can stay in Paris. Because Enrique really understands the character of this striker, so I think there is still an opportunity for Neymar to show his great skills at PSG.

Even though PSG has planned to let Neymar go and there are already several clubs that are eyeing him, moreover Man United or Chelsea. but this is still a rumor. If it turns out that Enrique later changes his mind, he might reconsider. But in my opinion, PSG will still let Neymar go if there is a price agreement with another club. He had quite a small contribution during the last season in PSG although his transfer fee is very high, but he couldn't make it awesome during being in PSG.

We haven't seen the news from any authentic sources on whether Neymar will be sold by PSG. But we are hearing many rumors regarding this. Neymar has not fared much better with PSG. And so it is likely that PSG management will sell Neymar and look for a new player. We are hearing rumors that Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in Neymar. But I don't know why United and Chelsea would want an injury-prone player like Neymar. The Premier League is very competitive. Neymar's wages are also very high. And so I don't think Chelsea or United will eventually include Neymar in the team.

[Litzki1990]

Yes, unfortunately it is. If Neymar doesn't have many injuries, maybe we will see him playing to his full optimal, as a striker and the most expensive player he should be able to give good results for PSG. By the way, if Luis Enrique becomes PSG new coach, Neymar is likely can stay in Paris. Because Enrique really understands the character of this striker, so I think there is still an opportunity for Neymar to show his great skills at PSG.

I also think so, I think Neymar's future lies with Luis Enrique if he becomes PSG coach it will be a big project. PSG have a great team, they have no rivals in their league (they only have pressure from the Champions League). they also have the money to sign the players they want, plus the French league puts out very good players every year. And there is still a lot of untapped potential and they have to try. If they take Luis Enrique and bet on him the way City bet on Pep Guardiola, I believe PSG will be at the level of a big club in a few years.

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

[hahay]

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

Basically PSG can have star players and great coaches at the same time, because PSG has good finances. That way, PSG should be able to get better and stronger in the Champions League and not only in Ligue 1. Also, Luis Enrique is a great coach, but in this case we can't just relate him to Neymar because after all, Luis Enrique is too will not only coach Neymar at PSG. So yes, even though PSG can't sign Luis Enrique, basically PSG can still sign other great coaches too and not just focus on Luis Enrique.

[Altryist]

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

Luis Enrique is a manager who loves discipline and he knows how to work with players like Neymar. Therefore, he already has a telephone conversation with Neymar and said that he would like to see him in the team. You can understand him, he will now seek to keep most of the team, because it is very difficult to start all over again. PSG is a very strong team and they practically have all the players in order to achieve their goals. Leaving Messi will not be critical, because Mbappe and Neymar remain in the team. Luis Enrique is currently one of the best options that PSG could have chosen.

[klidex]

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

Basically PSG can have star players and great coaches at the same time, because PSG has good finances. That way, PSG should be able to get better and stronger in the Champions League and not only in Ligue 1. Also, Luis Enrique is a great coach, but in this case we can't just relate him to Neymar because after all, Luis Enrique is too will not only coach Neymar at PSG. So yes, even though PSG can't sign Luis Enrique, basically PSG can still sign other great coaches too and not just focus on Luis Enrique.

Paris SG is a club that has very good finances and can buy the reliable players they want and even though they can't get Luis Enrique I think there are still some of the best Paris SG players who can be relied on and trained to become stronger and be able to win titles in champions league.

[wmaurik]

Paris SG is a club that has very good finances and can buy the reliable players they want and even though they can't get Luis Enrique I think there are still some of the best Paris SG players who can be relied on and trained to become stronger and be able to win titles in champions league.

PSG still have reliable players that they can train to get a better start next season, but the problem is that the way they train reliable players must be clear so that the team can get good results in the Champions League. Because PSG still haven't tasted the sweetness of winning the Champions League, and that should still be their target next season by implementing a different strategy than before. Especially if PSG still has a lot of money to get more reliable players and coaches for the team.

[beerlover]

Mbappe was smart enough. He wants to stay while PSG wants him to leave. Both parties are in disagreement with each other and have conflicting opinions. The only problem is how much money will be asked by PSG for mbappe to leave from the team? Will real madrid can afford to pay it?
I think that this becomes the main question right now. Let's say that if PSG value him at a hundred million pounds and Real Madrid refuses to take him, but another team is willing..
Will mbappe personally agree with its buyer?

It's caused by personal agreement between player and buyer has become main of requirements to complete the transaction. If mbappe will not make a personal agreement with its buyer and the transaction will never happen.
Think about that. This is a complicated case caused by both of parties are contradicting one to each other.

I think he doesn't really want to stay, he just wants to make sure that he has the choice in this matter. If he is sold this summer then only the teams that can afford to pay PSG will be able to get him, and there aren't all that many, plus a team that spends even 200 million (which only handful may end up being able to afford), how much do you think Mbappe would get paid.

On the other hand, if he stays one more year, he can either go for any team he desires, or he could even just ask teams to pay him the transfer fee, like that 200 could go to him instead of PSG next season. This is why being a free agent is such an important thing that players care about so much and I believe that he wants to play for one more season and leave like that.

[Doell]

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So in essence it doesn't mean, Neymar doesn't play well. it's just that, the problem is that he is prone to injury. in this season, Neymar contributed 13 goals before he was injured. unfortunately, he had to miss a long time until the end of the season. this condition, made him lose a lot of momentum even though he is one of the great players. So far we have only heard of Neymar rumors, but nothing can really be claimed for the truth. In fact, he still has a contract until June 30, 2025. Now, his future is in the hands of Luis Enrique, who he was with during his time at Barcelona.

Well, referring to what you said. this is the interesting part. whether Enrique will include Neymar in the project in his squad. if so, as you said that Enrique really understands the character of this one player. it is possible that Neymar will remain with PSG, because so far there have only been mere rumors regarding reports that Neymar will leave PSG.
IMO, I'm pretty sure Enrique still needs his services in the PSG squad. however, to find out more, let's just wait for the developments.

The conditions were indeed like that, actually at the beginning of the transfer Neymar had suffered an injury to his right leg, if I'm not mistaken PSG still insisted on bringing Neymar from Barcelona. Also, Neymar always forces to play when he has a minor injury, it's also reasonable that he gets injured more often when playing for PSG, because he is also often targeted by opposing players.
I guess, actually Enrique still needed Neymar services. He was an important part of Enrique plans, but considering Neymar often suffer injuries at PSG, this made Enrique position perhaps go awry.

[rahmad2nd]

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

If I'm not mistaken, Luis Enrique has been predicted to become PSG coach. now, both parties are one step away from reaching a full agreement and there are only a few details that still need to be worked out. Reportedly, Enrique will be announced as the new PSG coach next week. well, maybe under his tutelage PSG will be much better especially the problems in the locker room. Unfortunately, Mbappe made a mess in the last week with his statement.

I want to see how far PSG will grow under him. in particular, in the Champions League. regarding his track record, no one doubted Enrique, especially when Barcelona was under his tutelage. it's just that there are still many doubts that become my consideration, whether Enrique is given full rights to bring in the players he wants. as well as whether there will be a squad overhaul under Enrique. if so, which players will be on the sell list. also, the player they are after. because, Messi has now left. at least, PSG needs new ammunition both strikers, wings, and even midfielders. there are several names included in their target, but so far there has been no concrete development.

Neymar, actually PSG can still use his services, moreover Enrique really knows Neymar's character very well. but rumors, he will leave PSG. it's just that I wouldn't be surprised if Neymar stays in the end.

[boltz]

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

Basically PSG can have star players and great coaches at the same time, because PSG has good finances. That way, PSG should be able to get better and stronger in the Champions League and not only in Ligue 1. Also, Luis Enrique is a great coach, but in this case we can't just relate him to Neymar because after all, Luis Enrique is too will not only coach Neymar at PSG. So yes, even though PSG can't sign Luis Enrique, basically PSG can still sign other great coaches too and not just focus on Luis Enrique.

No matter who they sign , they need to re-think their strategy of transfer "superstars" at a certain age. I think PSG should be focused to gather most of the France squad players in their team and start to build again from there with only one achievement : to win UCL. The other option is to have faith that the current squad and a new coach with a brand new strategy will make this team to emerge as winners in next year or years but I still like the first option too as I'm sure Kante was still in great shape and hunger for trophies in Europe but PSG didn't want him in the end.

[cytpoway121]

Paris SG is a club that has very good finances and can buy the reliable players they want and even though they can't get Luis Enrique I think there are still some of the best Paris SG players who can be relied on and trained to become stronger and be able to win titles in champions league.

The problem with PSG is not actually about player quality because they have got some good technical players; the issue with PSG is that they have got a very poor and average squad. one that struggled to win the just concluded league. Luiz Enrique has got a big job in its hand if he ends up at PSG. a new season without Mbappe, Neymar and Messi is looking likely!!!!

[Falconer]

PSG still have reliable players that they can train to get a better start next season, but the problem is that the way they train reliable players must be clear so that the team can get good results in the Champions League. Because PSG still haven't tasted the sweetness of winning the Champions League, and that should still be their target next season by implementing a different strategy than before. Especially if PSG still has a lot of money to get more reliable players and coaches for the team.

Even if money buys everything that makes sense, it will never guarantee that PSG can win the Champions League title that easily. PSG must build a squad with the best mentality and quality, but so far PSG have not been able to do that.

They have to learn from how Manchester City built their squad and mentality, so even if they spend a lot of money it will be worth it. Hiring a quality manager for many seasons like Luis Enrique can make them have the possibility of reaching the Champions League final or even winning it, but PSG tend to switch coaches easily when they fail in the Champions League.

[BitcoinHunt3r]

Even if money buys everything that makes sense, it will never guarantee that PSG can win the Champions League title that easily. PSG must build a squad with the best mentality and quality, but so far PSG have not been able to do that.

They have to learn from how Manchester City built their squad and mentality, so even if they spend a lot of money it will be worth it. Hiring a quality manager for many seasons like Luis Enrique can make them have the possibility of reaching the Champions League final or even winning it, but PSG tend to switch coaches easily when they fail in the Champions League.

The problem is that PSG always fails to reach the final Champion League even in the last 2 seasons their steps stopped in the last 16 obviously this is not an achievement that can be proud of, so it is normal if PSG is looking for a new manager. When compared to Manchester City clearly the achievements were different because they go to the final 2 times until they finally became champions. Actually when a team like PSG has many star players it will be more difficult to manage it, there are always obstacles related to egoism and other things.

[Docnaster]

Yes, unfortunately it is. If Neymar doesn't have many injuries, maybe we will see him playing to his full optimal, as a striker and the most expensive player he should be able to give good results for PSG. By the way, if Luis Enrique becomes PSG new coach, Neymar is likely can stay in Paris. Because Enrique really understands the character of this striker, so I think there is still an opportunity for Neymar to show his great skills at PSG.

I also think so, I think Neymar's future lies with Luis Enrique if he becomes PSG coach it will be a big project. PSG have a great team, they have no rivals in their league (they only have pressure from the Champions League). they also have the money to sign the players they want, plus the French league puts out very good players every year. And there is still a lot of untapped potential and they have to try. If they take Luis Enrique and bet on him the way City bet on Pep Guardiola, I believe PSG will be at the level of a big club in a few years.

Luis Enrique can be great as a coach especially for Neymar as Neymar played under him for a long time at Barcelona. PSG should have thought about these issues earlier but instead of thinking about good quality coaches, they just hired good quality players with high salaries. First of all the team needs a good quality manager, if a good quality manager is appointed in the team then good players will surely come in the team if there are no financial problems. Since PSC has no financial problems, if they hire good quality managers, they can take their club much further with like-minded players in their team.  

Luis Enrique may be considered by PSG. PSG will definitely do well if they make the team with him.

It was under the watch of Luis Enrique that Neymar got the only UEFA Champions League winner's medal he has in his club football career and his good relationship with Enrique can  never be questioned.
However, I don't think they'll achieve much together again if Luis Enrique should be appointed as the Paris Saint Germaine manager. I that not not because Neymar isn't a great player nor Enrique not a very good manager but because I think Neymar's constant injuries will not allow him recreate those footballing moments he was delivering at Barcelona