Former French International Warns PSG: "Manchester City Won't Lose Again"

A former French football star voices serious doubts about PSG’s Champions League prospects, sparking debate.

As Paris Saint-Germain gears up for its final two decisive group stage matches in the Champions League, a former French international has delivered a striking assessment. Citing a lack of individual progression and formidable opponents, he believes PSG lacks the tools to shine on the European stage.

PSG’s struggles continue to raise concerns

Jean-Michel Larqué, a legendary AS Saint-Étienne player and a prominent voice on RMC Sport, has shared a decisive opinion on PSG’s chances during a broadcast of Rothen s’enflamme. According to him, the odds are not in favor of the Parisians: “Sooner or later, City will get their injured players back and won’t lose again. If Paris only manages a draw, they will need to secure qualification away from home. Even against Stuttgart, it’s a tough challenge.”

Larqué attributes this predicament largely to insufficient progress under coach Luis Enrique. He particularly criticizes players like Donnarumma, Barcola, and Dembélé, claiming they are far from their peak performance.

PSG remains in danger in the Champions League

These criticisms are likely to stir reactions among Parisian supporters, already divided over Luis Enrique’s management. While some may appreciate Larqué’s straightforwardness, others might view it as overly pessimistic. However, the former French international insists: without a strong team cohesion and top-performing individuals, PSG’s European ambitions will remain mere illusions.

A European challenge awaits in early 2025

With two crucial matches ahead in the Champions League, PSG must demonstrate its ability to overcome existing doubts. As Larqué points out, excelling on the European stage requires more than just impressive statistics in Ligue 1. “It’s a semester where the main teacher could write: satisfactory, but could do better.”

As Parisian fans continue to long for a Champions League title, Larqué’s words serve as a warning. Qualification is within reach, but without visible progress, elimination remains a very real possibility.