PSG boss Luis Enrique fires warning to Liverpool as he says his side have ‘nothing to lose’ ahead of second leg

PSG manager Luis Enrique has issued a warning to Liverpool, telling them his side are in the perfect conditions to challenge them at Anfield.

Despite dominating proceedings against Arne Slot‘s side at the Parc des Princes, the Reds escaped from the French capital with a 1-0 win thanks to Harvey Elliott’s strike with just three minutes to play.

Most believed that the Premier League leaders were extremely lucky to come away with the win and Enrique has made it clear that his side are full of confidence ahead of Tuesday’s second leg. 

‘I think we’ll be in the best possible shape for the Liverpool game. We’ve got nothing to lose. Our only objective is victory and that’s what we’re going for,’ the Spaniard told reporters.

‘Football allows for surprises; it is true that we were down and sad after the (first-leg) game but as we have analysed the game and after beating Rennes, which is a difficult team, it makes us hopeful.

‘I repeat, we have nothing to lose, which makes us a more dangerous team than we usually are.’

Arne Slot’s Reds snatched a victory at the Parc des Princes against all the odds 

Luis Enrique also placed his trust in PSG’s tactical versatility and praised his players’ strength of mind in their quest for titles this season.

‘I have to emphasise the mentality of my players, that all of them, whether they play or not, are competitive and want to fight for everything. It’s a pleasure for me to coach them,’ he said.

‘Our strength as a team is that we don’t just limit ourselves to one role, we are very good at having the ball in the opposition half but we are also good going deep with the opposition pressing; I like the balance in the team.’

Liverpool continued their run to the title with a 3-1 win over Southampton on Saturday ahead of what is a massive week for the club.

Tuesday’s Champions League showdown is followed by the Carabao Cup final clash with Newcastle, offering Slot his chance to win his first trophy of his tenure.