Paris St-Germain: ‘Why French side don’t need to win Champions League to be successful’

A: PSG’s chief revenue officer, Marc Armstrong, argues that winning the Champions League is not the sole measure of success. While they aspire to win it, PSG emphasizes their consistent presence in the competition’s knockout stages, ranking alongside top clubs like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. Their focus has shifted from the “galacticos” era to long-term growth, emphasizing the brand and youth development.

A: PSG is moving away from the “galacticos” approach, which relied on superstar signings like Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe. They are now focusing on building a strong competitive squad, developing young talent through their academy, and emphasizing the brand’s growth both on and off the pitch.

A: PSG responds to questions about their funding by stating that only a fraction of their revenue comes from Qatari sponsors. While Qatar-based companies are among their sponsors, PSG asserts that their financial stability is not solely dependent on Qatari funding.

A: PSG’s preference is to redevelop Parc des Princes, their historic home. However, they are considering other options due to the substantial investment required. There is a possibility of moving to Stade de France, which is currently under consideration for a lease or purchase.

A: PSG aims to bring young talent into the club at an earlier age rather than purchasing established players at high prices. They believe the wider Paris area is a fertile ground for developing football talent and are investing in their youth academy to reshape their approach.

A: PSG’s ownership group, Qatar Sports Investments (QSI), has explored buying a stake in a Premier League club post the Qatar World Cup. However, talks with Tottenham and speculation around a stake in West Ham have not materialized. PSG remains focused on bringing their business to the next level and entering key markets without any intention of selling the club.