- Verratti to stay at PSG
- Was unhappy with Luis Enrique
- Decided to stay after emergency talks
WHAT HAPPENED? The Italian veteran had been linked with a move away from the French champions over the summer with reports of the midfielder being unhappy in the French capital. The 30-year-old reportedly garnered interest from Saudi Pro League teams Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal and was heavily linked with a move. However, Verratti has now made the decision to stay with PSG for a 12th straight season, as per L'Equipe.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Verratti reportedly wasn't pleased with how the new coach, Luis Enrique, was handling the team and the transition, but L'Equipe claims there were emergency discussions and the situation was resolved.
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WHAT NEXT? With Verratti making the decision to stay with PSG, Enrique will be pleased as the Spaniard faces a difficult battle ahead with French superstar, Kylian Mbappe reportedly unhappy and on his way out.