On Thursday, during the pre-match press conference for Paris Saint-Germain against Monaco, Enrique spoke at length about PSG's summer signings and departures.

This summer, Barcola, Mbappé, Gonçalo Ramos, and Lee Kang-in all departed, while Hötz, Ferran Torres, Digne, and Akliouche joined the reigning Champions League champions. Facing these changes, the Spanish coach appeared very satisfied and specifically thanked the management.

"The summary I can give is that we had a very good transfer window, for me there's no doubt about it. I think the president and management, in cooperation with Luis Campos, did an excellent job. I am very satisfied. I want to start with a brief explanation and specifically mention the players who left: Ramos, Lee, Barcola, and Mbappé. They were very important in the team winning titles over the past two years, and I wish them all the best. It was necessary for us to do this because the team needed to be re-energized in terms of ambition. This was a very good transfer window. We are happy to start the new season with the current group of players." He first commented on the team's overall transfer operations, then discussed the most anticipated departure – Barcola.

On this point, the former Spanish national team coach also believed that it was a necessary choice for all parties to move forward. "Barcola's situation is different because after we signed him from Lyon, he grew a lot in Paris. His performances greatly improved the team, and he wanted more playing time. I couldn't guarantee him that. In the end, I think this outcome is beneficial for everyone. I accept this decision and wish him all the best. He wanted to leave because he wanted a more important role, but I cannot directly give that position to any player; you have to earn it yourself in training and matches. He was important, a beloved player, his teammates liked him, and he is also a great person. I have nothing but positive things to say about him. Although he had two years left on his contract, we accepted this decision and wish him good luck. It will be normal for important players to leave in the future, and we must accept that."

The former Lyon player excels at exploiting deep spaces, and his departure will likely affect Paris Saint-Germain. However, Enrique believes that with the new signings, PSG already has other weapons. "The situation is different because Barcola is a different player, and we have used that very well in our style of play. I am very satisfied with the three attacking players. Hötz, Akliouche, and Ferran Torres can all play in different positions in attack, and this season will be very important. Seeing their performance in training, I am very satisfied. But we cannot make comparisons because you never know what will happen next." All of this indicates that Enrique is aligned with the management on all sporting decisions.

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