So far for the League PSG is still quite competitive. The difference in points is not much and the opportunity for the champion is still wide open. But for European competitions it seems that they will only reach the group stage. In addition, the arrival of new coach Luis Enrique seems to be making a big change. Verrati, who has been 11 years old, seems to be leaving because it is not in Enrique's plans. It seems that hoping PSG sooner to dominate the league requires a process.
This season, Ligue 1 is interesting. It is more competitive, because the point gap among the teams is quite small. And PSG seems not too strong anymore, it is struggling in the top 3. Luis Enrique won't be easy to compete for the title, PSG is no longer in their best shape. Meanwhile other top teams in Ligue 1 is stronger to join the race of the champion.
Verratti already left PSG to Al Arabi. Abdou Diallo also joined Al Arabi. They move to the same team.
We can understand that they leave PSG because Luis Enrique didn't want them in PSG squad. I'm not surprised Verratti left PSG, but I'm confused why he didn't join a big team.
I completely get your perspective of Ligue 1 this season! I've been watching it as well, and I find the competition to be really fascinating. It's crazy to watch PSG not be as dominant as they once were. It's about time, after all, for the other teams to step up and elevate the league above a one-horse race. When I learned that Verratti and Diallo were leaving for Al Arabi, I was also a little confused. Verratti, for example, could easily fit into any elite European squad given his level of talent. I believe that choice involves more considerations than first appear. Perhaps Luis Enrique's tactics are stirring things up, or perhaps there's something going on at PSG that we're not aware of. I can understand why players would want a change, but Al Arabi as the option? Damn