Paris, France – September 7, 2025 – Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) head coach Luis Enrique is set to undergo surgery after fracturing his collarbone in a cycling accident on Friday, September 5, the French club announced. The 55-year-old Spaniard, a passionate cyclist known for competing in endurance events like the 2007 Frankfurt Ironman and a 700km mountain race in South Africa in 2023, was treated by emergency services following the crash. The incident has raised concerns about his availability for upcoming matches as PSG prepares for a critical stretch in their Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League campaigns.
PSG released a statement on X, saying, “Following a cycling accident on Friday, Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique was treated by the emergency services and will undergo surgery for a fractured collarbone. The Club expresses its full support and wishes him a swift recovery. Further updates will be shared in due course.” Details about the location or circumstances of the crash remain undisclosed, but medical reports suggest the fracture is severe enough to require surgical intervention, typically involving a plate and screws to stabilize the bone.
The injury comes at a pivotal time for PSG, who are unbeaten in Ligue 1 with three consecutive wins and are set to face Lens on September 14, followed by their Champions League title defense opener against Atalanta on September 17. Recovery from a collarbone fracture generally takes six to eight weeks, potentially sidelining Enrique for these key fixtures. Assistant coaches Rafel Pol and Guillem Hernandez are expected to step in if Enrique is unable to manage from the touchline.
Enrique, who led PSG to their first Champions League title last season and secured back-to-back Ligue 1 titles, is known for his intense commitment to both football and fitness. His cycling passion, however, has now led to this setback, echoing incidents like the 2023 crash of former cyclist Lance Armstrong, who also required surgery for a collarbone injury. While Enrique’s team remains focused, the club is also grappling with injuries to players like Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué, adding pressure to their preparations.
Fans and analysts have expressed support for Enrique’s recovery, with some on X noting his resilience. “Get well soon, Luis! Your grit on the bike is the same as on the pitch,” one user posted. As PSG awaits further updates, the football world hopes for a swift return for one of the game’s most dynamic coaches.
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