🔝 Luis Enrique hails Unai Simón, the best goalkeeper in the tournament | OneFootball

The coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Luis Enrique, did not hold back in his praise for Unai Simón after last night's intense match at San Mamés, where his team faced Athletic Club.

Despite the goalless draw, the Asturian coach emphasized the value of the Basque goalkeeper, highlighting his undeniable quality and the impact he has in today's football. 

Luis Enrique was emphatic in stating that the current Athletic goalkeeper is, for him, "the best goalkeeper... of the championship, without any doubt." These words are particularly significant considering the times when, as the Spanish national coach, he took a risk by giving him the starting position, a decision that was criticized but is now fully justified by Simón's consistent performance. "I took a lot of heat and I made him the starter. He deserves it", declared the PSG coach.

The Asturian coach delved into his personal and professional appreciation for the Athletic goalkeeper. He described Simón as "an amazing guy and a spectacular footballer," assuring that "he could play for any team in the world."

This recognition underscores not only Unai Simón's technical skills but also his human value. Luis Enrique's confidence in the goalkeeper has remained strong over time, establishing him as a key figure on the international scene.

After the match at the lively San Mamés, Luis Enrique shared an anecdote about his conversation with Unai Simón himself. When asked what he had said to the goalkeeper at the end of the match, the coach revealed with a joking tone: "Do you want to know what I told him? 'You're not coming to be called up with me anymore'". 

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