Ahead of Paris Saint-Germain’s clash against Lens on September 14 in Ligue 1, French sports journalist Pierre Menes ignited controversy with harsh comments about South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in.
On his personal YouTube channel, Menes discussed PSG’s injury concerns, noting the absence of Ousmane Dembélé and young star Desire Doué, both sidelined for over a month. However, what truly caught attention was when the 60-year-old bluntly described Lee as a “terrible player.” He added, sarcastically, that Lee would now see more playing time only because other key players were injured.
These remarks immediately triggered a wave of backlash, particularly among Asian fans. Many PSG supporters from South Korea condemned Menes’ comments as disrespectful and one-sided, pointing out that Lee had contributed significantly to the club over the past year.
Despite the criticism, PSG’s leadership has shown unwavering support for the 23-year-old midfielder. Both Sporting Director Luis Campos and manager Luis Enrique reportedly had no intention of letting Lee leave during the summer transfer window. In fact, his standing within the squad only grew after his standout performance in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup, where he scored a stunning goal against Tottenham.
Lee remains contracted with PSG until June 2028, and the club views him as an integral part of its future.
The controversy underscores the scrutiny Lee faces as one of Asia’s brightest football exports, with every performance and comment surrounding him magnified both in France and abroad.
Sources: Znews
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