Is Emre becoming a permanent right-back?
The French newspaper L'Équipe highlighted the remarkable development witnessed by the young star Warren Zaïre-Emery with Paris Saint-Germain this season, especially after being deployed as a right-back due to the absence of Achraf Hakimi because of injury and then for the Africa Cup of Nations, which reopened the debate about the possibility of making this role permanent for him in the future with the Parisian club or even with the French national team.
According to L'Équipe, Zaïre-Emery's statistics showed a clear leap compared to last season, both in terms of duels won, ball recoveries, and successful passes that break the opposition's lines, in addition to an improved offensive contribution through ball progression and dribbling.
The newspaper added that the 19-year-old player possesses an ideal blend of physical strength and tactical intelligence, allowing him to adapt to the demands of the modern full-back position, although his primary position remains in midfield, which enhances his technical value within the Parisian system.
Despite the praise, L'Équipe emphasized that the final decision regarding his future in this position will remain linked to the coaching staff's vision, especially given his multiple roles and his ability to develop further over time.
According to L'Équipe, Zaïre-Emery's statistics showed a clear leap compared to last season, both in terms of duels won, ball recoveries, and successful passes that break the opposition's lines, in addition to an improved offensive contribution through ball progression and dribbling.
The newspaper added that the 19-year-old player possesses an ideal blend of physical strength and tactical intelligence, allowing him to adapt to the demands of the modern full-back position, although his primary position remains in midfield, which enhances his technical value within the Parisian system.
Despite the praise, L'Équipe emphasized that the final decision regarding his future in this position will remain linked to the coaching staff's vision, especially given his multiple roles and his ability to develop further over time.