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Luis Enrique Plans Midfield Role for Desire Doue at PSG

Allez Paris 2026-07-21 PSG

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique is preparing a major tactical reshuffle for 2025 Golden Boy winner Desire Doue ahead of the upcoming Ligue 1 campaign.

Desire Doue controlling the ball during a PSG training session.

Desire Doue controlling the ball during a PSG training session.

Luis Enrique Reshapes PSG Tactical Setup with Desire Doue Midfield Switch

Paris Saint-Germain possess an abundance of attacking options, but the evolution of former Stade Rennais prodigy Desire Doue remains paramount. While the French international has primarily operated on the wings under Luis Enrique, team management plans a permanent shift into the midfield engine room next season.

This positional change addresses a looming logjam in the Parisian attacking line. According to recent reports, the potential summer arrivals of Maghnes Akliouche and Yan Diomande would create an surplus of wingers, forcing Enrique to utilize Doue's unique tactical flexibility in central areas.

His former Rennes manager Bruno Genesio heavily praised this versatility, highlighting it as an asset rather than a hindrance. Genesio noted that Doue is the prototype of a modern player, boasting physical power, immense speed, and a mental resilience that elevates him to world-class status.

This tactical evolution could be decisive for the reigning champions as they look to secure domestic dominance and challenge for European silverware. Repositioning a talent like Doue allows PSG to maintain defensive balance while increasing creativity from deep, making them far more unpredictable.

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Jensen Wells

Senior PSG & Ligue 1 Football Journalist - Allez Paris

Senior football journalist with extensive experience covering Paris Saint-Germain and French Ligue 1. Provides in-depth analysis of PSG matches, transfer news, tactical breakdowns, and exclusive interviews with players and coaches.