If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test

Apr 21, 2025

If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
One question remains for Lee Kang-in, who was given the chance to play in Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for the first time in a long time. In the last game, PSG coach Luis Enrique put Lee Kang-in as a defensive midfielder.

Normally, Lee Kang-in is a player who can play as a striker on both sides or as a zero-top. Both central midfielders and right and left midfielders are available. The defensive ability is not great, so it was a puzzle to use him as a defensive midfielder.

Luis Enrique gave an answer to this. He also did not rule out the possibility of Lee Kang-in playing as a defensive midfielder again in the next game. Lee Kang-in may be troubled by Enrique, who cannot start in the Champions League and forces unfamiliar positions in the league.


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If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
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If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
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One question remains for Lee Kang-in, who was given the chance to play at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for the first time in a long time. In the last game, PSG coach Luis Enrique put Lee Kang-in as a defensive midfielder (DM).

Usually, Lee Kang-in is a player who can play as a striker on both sides or as a zero-top. Both central midfielders and right and left midfielders are available. The defensive ability is not great, so it was a puzzle to use him as a defensive midfielder.

Coach Luis Enrique gave an answer to this. He also did not rule out the possibility of Lee Kang-in playing as a defensive midfielder again in the next game. Lee Kang-in may be troubled by Enrique, who cannot start in the Champions League and forces unfamiliar positions in the league.




Coach Enrique talked about his future goals at a press conference ahead of the away game against French Ligue 1 Nantes on the 21st (Korea time). He stressed that the key is to maintain the tension of the players because it is PSG, which confirmed its victory in League 1 early.

It is said that Lee Kang-in's use of defensive midfielders was in the same context.

When asked if Lee Kang-in could continue to be used as a defensive midfielder, Enrique replied "Of course."




Coach Enrique said, "That position is not an ideal position for Lee Kang-in, but he is an outstanding player when he has the ball, whether it is a short pass or a long pass." "However, defensively, it needs to be supplemented." Like all players, I wanted to test my mental ability by getting out of a familiar position. It helps even if you don't like it."

If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
If Lee Kang-in wants to play, watch DM...Except for Champs, isn't this enough bullying → PSG director's mental strength test
For Lee Kang-in, it is an unfamiliar position, so it can be painful. In fact, Enrique seems to have tested whether Lee Kang-in is determined to play in any position and mentally armed to be given a chance to play.

Enrique is currently focusing on the UEFA Champions League. League games are actually being used as a tool to maintain a sense of play or a player who needs a chance to play. Lee Kang-in, who failed to play in the Champions League at the end of the season, is expected to be appointed in league games in the future.




"Not only me, but all managers send the best 11 players to the Champions League," Enrique said. "We need 16 to 20 players connected to achieve our goal. I want to make a connection with as many players as possible," he said.

As for the rotation standards in Ligue 1, Enrique said, "There are many factors to consider. It's more complicated than it looks. Consider various factors such as players' playing time, the style of the opposing team, and the difference between low and high intensity games"Check for injuries and emotional conditions. Overall, we are satisfied with our management style."

Lee Kang-in is rumored to be separated from PSG next season. Among the teams showing interest in Lee Kang-in this summer are Manchester United of the English Premier League (EPL) and Crystal Palace. The Saudi Arabian League is also an option.

If Lee Kang-in remains at PSG, he should even be determined to play in an unfamiliar position such as a defensive midfielder. It is highly likely to remain a rotation resource in preparation for injuries to key players. For this reason, there is news that the PSG leadership also wants to extend Lee Kang-in's contract.



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.