Luis Enrique (foto: Getty Images)
Luis Enrique praised Nuno Mendes’ versatility at PSG, calling him capable of playing anywhere on the pitch and saying he would gladly build a team full of players like him.
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has delivered one of the strongest compliments of the season, placing Nuno Mendes among the most valuable players in his squad.
The 23-year-old Portugal international, who joined PSG from Sporting in 2022, continues to grow into one of the most complete full-backs in European football.
Alongside Achraf Hakimi, PSG boast elite quality on both flanks, but Mendes brings something extra. Versatility that allows him to impact almost any position on the pitch.
Luis Enrique made his admiration clear.
"If I could, I would have 20 players like Nuno Mendes. He can play in defense, on the wing, in attack. He would only struggle as a goalkeeper, but we already have great goalkeepers."
The Spanish coach values players who adapt quickly and cover multiple roles. Mendes fits that profile perfectly, offering solutions in both defensive and attacking phases.
PSG are currently pushing on two fronts, leading the Ligue 1 title race by four points ahead of Lens, while also chasing success in the Champions League.
The rise of multi-functional players continues across Europe. Dominik Szoboszlai has expanded his role at Liverpool, operating across midfield and even deeper positions, while Valentín Barco has impressed by shifting between defense and midfield.
In this trend, Nuno Mendes stands out as one of the clearest examples of a modern, position-fluid footballer.