Luis Enrique will face Chelsea once again this Wednesday evening — a club he could very well have managed. An ironic twist of fate. Before becoming the head coach of PSG, the Spanish manager nearly found himself on Chelsea’s bench.
According to Le Parisien, the Blues tried to recruit the Asturian coach in 2023 following the dismissal of Graham Potter. The London club’s executives even met him in London to present their project.
Why Luis Enrique Turned Down Chelsea
However, Luis Enrique was ultimately not convinced and chose to decline the offer, believing he would not have enough freedom in managing the team.
A few weeks later, the former Barcelona coach signed with Paris Saint-Germain. It proved to be a rewarding decision, as he led the Parisian club to a Champions League triumph last season — making his clash with Chelsea this Wednesday night even more intriguing.
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