For weeks, PSG kept a close eye on Barça's moves with a view to strengthening its squad. Luis Enrique had shown particular interest in taking one of the great Barça gems to Paris. But the current situation has taken an unexpected turn, and the coach no longer thinks the same way.
The footballer in question was for a long time one of the Asturian coach's favorites. His personal relationship was excellent, and his rise to the elite was marked by Luis Enrique's trust. However, the recent performance and the tough competition at Barça have completely changed the scenario.
Luis Enrique | @PSG_espanol
A relationship that goes way back
During his time in charge of the Spanish national team, Luis Enrique strongly backed this player. He called him up when he had barely played a dozen matches at the top level and received a lot of criticism for it. Time proved him right, as the young midfielder quickly became an undisputed starter.
His trust was such that he kept him as a regular in all major international drafts. He even started in matches of the highest demand, earning the admiration of the fans. That closeness made the Asturian coach a key figure in his sporting growth.
With Luis Enrique's arrival at PSG, many took it for granted that he would try to sign him. The coach wanted to strengthen the midfield and considered him a strategic target. He even counted on Ousmane Dembélé as an ally to try to convince him to leave Camp Nou.
Luis Enrique | @LUISENRIQUE21
A radical change in the present
The outlook has changed a lot over the last two seasons. A serious knee injury abruptly halted the footballer's progress. Since then, he still hasn't regained the level that made him one of the great prospects.
With Hans-Dieter Flick on the bench, his role at Barça has clearly lost importance. In fact, at the start of this season, he hasn't started in either of the two league matches. The competition in midfield makes it difficult for him to regain his untouchable status.
The club still trusts he can become the same player again, but the process is slow. The daily demands at Barça don't allow unlimited time to recover his form. That situation has raised doubts both inside and outside Camp Nou.
Hansi Flick | @FCBarcelona
Luis Enrique takes a step back
In this new scenario, PSG has completely changed its stance. Luis Enrique, who once saw him as a key piece, no longer considers him a priority. He has decided to focus his efforts on other profiles to strengthen the Parisian midfield.
In France, they confirm there won't be a multi-million investment to take him from Barcelona. The coach believes the footballer has lost part of the level that made him a reference. He understands he already has enough players to cover that position at Parc des Princes.
The message has surprised the player's camp, who at one point considered the Parisian option. But the door is now firmly closed, at least on PSG's part. His immediate future still depends on what happens at Camp Nou.
Gavi has come back unstoppable | @pablogavi
The protagonist of this story is none other than Gavi, the jewel of the Barça academy. Luis Enrique, who gave him his debut with Spain, is now closing the door to PSG. Everything suggests he will have to keep fighting in Barcelona to regain his lost prominence.
The Andalusian midfielder is going through a difficult time, with fewer minutes and more competition than ever. His future is uncertain, but what is clear is that Paris will no longer be his destination. Gavi will have to find himself again at Barça if he wants to become untouchable once more.
