Éric Di Meco defends Luis Enrique as Paris Saint-Germain shields Dembélé
In the RMC studios, Éric Di Meco brandished his microphone like a shield, defending Luis Enrique against the voices that question the handling of Ousmane Dembélé at Paris Saint‑Germain. The debate has raged since the start of the season, the Frenchman being little used and regularly protected.
Intact confidence of the Spanish coach
Despite these criticisms, the 2025 Ballon d’Or continues to enjoy Luis Enrique’s confidence, who placed him in a position suited to his style, according to Di Meco. The former Olympique de Marseille defender believes the Parisian coach has played a decisive role in the development of the French striker.
Di Meco applauds the transformation
“If there’s a coach who has extracted 100 % of Dembélé, perhaps even 120 %…, it’s Luis Enrique. He put him in another position, with a game that fit him like a glove,” said the former Marseillais. He added that if it wasn’t Luis Enrique who transformed the player, then “who?”
Challenge in the Champions League
This Wednesday, Dembélé has the chance to silence the detractors during the Champions League clash against Manchester City. The 2025 Ballon d’Or should, according to Di Meco, start the match in Luis Enrique’s starting eleven.
Di Meco concluded by recalling the two European titles won under the Spaniard’s guidance, inviting critics to “go ahead, come at me” if they wish.