In the lead-up to the highly anticipated match between Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City, scheduled in just over two weeks, the tactical decisions of coach Luis Enrique are under scrutiny. Concerns have been raised about Ousmane Dembélé’s ability to perform in critical moments.

Rothen’s critique of Dembélé

During his show on RMC Sport, former PSG icon Jérôme Rothen didn’t hold back in his critique of Ousmane Dembélé. He questioned the reliability of the French international, suggesting that he shouldn’t start against Manchester City. Rothen argued that while Dembélé can be explosive, he lacks consistency in high-stakes matches.

“We rely so much on Dembélé’s success, but as we’ve seen, he’s not reliable,” Rothen stated, criticizing Luis Enrique’s decisions. He advocated for Gonzalo Ramos to replace Dembélé, believing that the Portuguese player could meet the demands of such a significant encounter.

“We need a number 9 who scores goals and makes a difference upfront. Unfortunately, I don’t think that will happen because Enrique trusts Dembélé too much,” he added.

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Pressure mounts on Luis Enrique

Rothen also emphasized the importance of starting Bradley Barcola, another player he sees as vital for the match against Manchester City. Despite Barcola’s current struggles, Rothen believes his contribution is crucial for PSG’s qualification hopes.

Rothen’s comments highlight the concerns among some PSG fans and analysts regarding Enrique’s lineup choices. While Dembélé has yet to fully convince, the Spanish coach continues to place his trust in him. Whether this gamble will pay off against a formidable opponent like Manchester City remains to be seen.

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Until then, the criticism intensifies, adding more pressure on the French international, who must deliver on the field to silence his critics.