Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has openly discussed the unique challenges of nurturing young talent, specifically highlighting the situation surrounding Désiré Doué. While praising the 21-year-old’s dedication, Enrique admitted that handling the significant attention and “hype” is the most difficult part of managing the promising forward.
Doué has rapidly become a central figure in the PSG squad, steadily gaining prominence over recent months. He has established himself as the club’s attacking leader since the start of the 2026-27 campaign, demonstrating remarkable consistency and impact.
Doué’s Impressive Season
The young French international has featured in 12 of PSG’s 13 matches played so far this season, proving decisive on eight occasions. His contributions include four goals and four assists, with these impactful moments coming against high-level opposition such as Manchester City, Olympique de Marseille, Barcelona, Aston Villa, and RC Strasbourg-Alsace. This impressive run underscores his growing influence within the team.
Enrique’s Praise and Caution
Speaking ahead of PSG’s away match at Le Havre, Luis Enrique lauded Doué’s attitude. “He’s a player with an incredible work ethic and a constant desire to help the team,” Enrique stated. He also noted Doué’s positive demeanour, even when substituted: “When you take him off, he’s always smiling on the bench. He wants to help the team.”
Enrique continued to express his admiration, describing Doué as “an incredible player and a real joy to watch for children and for anyone who loves football.” He encouraged Doué to maintain his current approach, emphasising the importance of being both humble and ambitious.
However, the Asturian manager also pointed to the inherent difficulty in managing a player of Doué’s profile. “For a player of his technical ability and at his age, the hardest thing is dealing with the hype surrounding him,” Enrique explained. This highlights the delicate balance required to develop a prodigious talent under intense media and fan scrutiny.
As Doué continues to shine for Paris Saint-Germain, Enrique’s comments underscore the club’s commitment to both harnessing his talent and protecting him from the pressures that often accompany early success in top-tier football.