PSG’s Luis Enrique Hails Arsenal as One of Europe’s Best Ahead of Champions League Showdown with Mikel Arteta
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has expressed his admiration for Arsenal ahead of their upcoming Champions League match, calling them “one of the best teams in Europe.”
Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Enrique praised Arsenal’s style of play, both with and without the ball, noting that they have a “real identity” and are among the best teams in the world defensively.
He also compared PSG’s style to Arsenal’s, highlighting similarities but acknowledging key differences.
Enrique, who briefly played alongside Mikel Arteta at Barcelona, also praised the Arsenal manager’s impact, stating that Arteta has transformed the club into a title-winning side. He expressed eagerness to catch up with Arteta, calling him “one of the best coaches on the market” and a “great person.”
Arteta, in turn, shared his admiration for Enrique, describing him as an inspirational figure with a clear and dominant coaching philosophy.
Arteta highlighted Enrique’s ability to leave a strong mark wherever he’s been, whether as a player or a manager.
The Arsenal boss views the match as a “very good test” and praised Enrique’s straightforward nature and his success across multiple clubs and competitions.
PSG’s Luis Enrique Hails Arsenal as One of Europe’s Best Ahead of Champions League Showdown with Mikel Arteta