Luis Enrique was full of Ousmane Dembele's praises following the Frenchman's performance against AS Monaco.
The former FC Barcelona was on the scoresheet for Paris Saints Germain on Friday, November 24, during the club's victory over Monaco in Ligue 1.
Ousmane Dembele is proving his doubters wrong with an impressive performance in the French league after the November international break.
The former Borussia Dortmund player has previously come under tons of scathing criticism due to his questionable summer transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saints Germain.
The Ligue 1 powerhouse exploited a 50 million euro release clause in his deal to snatch up a man who had set Barcelona back a mouth-watering €135 million in the summer of 2017, which resulted in friction between the two clubs with the Blaugrana feeling betrayed by their past record-signing.
His start to life at the Parc des Princes was below expectations, to say the least. Dembele struggled to have any kind of substantial influence and his terrible performance left a lot to be desired. This led to recounted objections and even stories about a January departure.
However, Paris Saints Germain locked horns against AS Monaco in a very important top-of-the-table battle.
The visitors had top the Ligue 1 table for some time earlier in the season but slipped up in recent weeks, while PSG have been on the dominance.
This sensation was made quite obvious when the regular Ligue 1 champions destroyed the side from the micronation 5-2.
Dembele scored a goal and an assist on the day and was a constant threat throughout the match.
Since the beginning of the season, the French International has played 16 games, with just a goal and four assists.
What Luis Enrique said about Ousmane Dembele
After the game, head coach Luis Enrique was full of praise for his hitman.
He said; "Ousmane Dembele is the most influential player in the world, His goal was 100% pure".
"A left control with the outside of the ankle and a spectacular right shot that lodges in the top of the goal".
"This goal rewards him. It’s good. Despite all the noise around him, I have been delighted with what Ousmane has been doing since day one."
The former Spanish national team head coach went ahead and tipped Ousmane Dembele to find his way to become an important part of the team
He said; “He is the best player in the world at unbalancing (the opposition), in my opinion, without a doubt. He always plays to hurt the opponent, give assists, eliminate players, and generate superiority".
"He is a very spectacular player, and I like having a player of this profile on my team. Perhaps the Gunners would also like to have this profile on their team".
What's next for Ousmane Dembele and PSG?
The 26-year-old forward and PSG will shift their focus to the UEFA Champions League clash with Newcastle United on Tuesday, November 28, as they'll be looking forward to securing their place in the knockout stage.
The former FC Barcelona was on the scoresheet for Paris Saints Germain on Friday, November 24, during the club's victory over Monaco in Ligue 1.
Ousmane Dembele is proving his doubters wrong with an impressive performance in the French league after the November international break.
The former Borussia Dortmund player has previously come under tons of scathing criticism due to his questionable summer transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saints Germain.
The Ligue 1 powerhouse exploited a 50 million euro release clause in his deal to snatch up a man who had set Barcelona back a mouth-watering €135 million in the summer of 2017, which resulted in friction between the two clubs with the Blaugrana feeling betrayed by their past record-signing.
His start to life at the Parc des Princes was below expectations, to say the least. Dembele struggled to have any kind of substantial influence and his terrible performance left a lot to be desired. This led to recounted objections and even stories about a January departure.
However, Paris Saints Germain locked horns against AS Monaco in a very important top-of-the-table battle.
The visitors had top the Ligue 1 table for some time earlier in the season but slipped up in recent weeks, while PSG have been on the dominance.
This sensation was made quite obvious when the regular Ligue 1 champions destroyed the side from the micronation 5-2.
Dembele scored a goal and an assist on the day and was a constant threat throughout the match.
Since the beginning of the season, the French International has played 16 games, with just a goal and four assists.
What Luis Enrique said about Ousmane Dembele
After the game, head coach Luis Enrique was full of praise for his hitman.
He said; "Ousmane Dembele is the most influential player in the world, His goal was 100% pure".
"A left control with the outside of the ankle and a spectacular right shot that lodges in the top of the goal".
"This goal rewards him. It’s good. Despite all the noise around him, I have been delighted with what Ousmane has been doing since day one."
The former Spanish national team head coach went ahead and tipped Ousmane Dembele to find his way to become an important part of the team
He said; “He is the best player in the world at unbalancing (the opposition), in my opinion, without a doubt. He always plays to hurt the opponent, give assists, eliminate players, and generate superiority".
"He is a very spectacular player, and I like having a player of this profile on my team. Perhaps the Gunners would also like to have this profile on their team".
What's next for Ousmane Dembele and PSG?
The 26-year-old forward and PSG will shift their focus to the UEFA Champions League clash with Newcastle United on Tuesday, November 28, as they'll be looking forward to securing their place in the knockout stage.
