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Luis Enrique has revealed that he turned down the chance to become Atlético Madrid manager in 2011, making way for Diego Simeone. Luis Enrique’s PSG will face Atlético in a highly anticipated duel in the Champions League.
As he prepares to face Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League, Luis Enrique revealed that he declined the post of coach of the Colchoneros in 2011. The current PSG coach could have replaced Gregorio Manzano before the club Madrid ultimately opted for Diego Simeone, who has since become a legend on the bench. “ Atlético were very lucky with Simeone, because I would never have had the same longevity “, confided Luis Enrique.
Luis Enrique vs Simeone: a duel of styles
This confrontation between Luis Enrique and Diego Simeone promises to be thrilling, marked by diametrically opposed styles of play. The Parisian coach praised the longevity of his Madrid counterpart, adding that convincing his players after so many years is a real challenge. For this clash at the Parc des Princes, Luis Enrique is preparing his troops for an intense match against a well-drilled team with a formidable team.
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