Published on April 14, 2023 at 1:19 p.m. – updated on April 14, 2023 at 1:59 p.m.
Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier responded to the accusations against him at a press conference.
Since the publication of an email sent by Julien Fournier to the management of OGC Nice, reporting discriminatory comments from the Parisian coach, the controversy has swelled in the French media. ” He told me of his desire to change the team in depth, also specifying that he wanted to limit the number of Muslim players as much as possible. “wrote the former football director of OGC Nice to his hierarchy.
On the eve of facing RC Lens in Ligue 1, Christophe Galtier appeared before the press and responded to these serious accusations. ” It was difficult. I was deeply shocked but took refuge in working with my group. I had a lot of fun with my group “, he first confided to the chain of Paris Saint-Germain.
French justice has decided to take up the case in the last hours. According to information from Nice-Matin, searches are underway this Friday morning at the headquarters of OGC Nice. Information confirmed by the public prosecutor of Nice.
“I can’t accept that my name is smeared”
Christophe Galtier read a statement to the media to provide clarification on this case. ” I am deeply shocked by the words attributed to me and which have been relayed by some in an irresponsible way, which strikes me to the depths of my humanity.he explained. I am a child of the HLM housing estates brought up in the mix, raised in respect for others regardless of their origin, color, religion ».
Christophe Galtier continued: “ My whole life as a man has been dictated by the concern for sharing and living well with others, I cannot accept that my name and my family be soiled in this way.… I did not speak with my players about this subject but they sent me back the best answer with the total investment during the training sessions “. The Paris Saint-Germain coach has also promised to sue those who accuse him in this case. He also took advantage of his presence in front of the press to thank his supporters.
