Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Warren Zaïre-Emery (19 years old) continues to impress in the U21 jersey. Interviewed by RMC Sport, coach Gérald Baticle praised the influence and tactical intelligence of his captain, a central element of the French national team and a symbol of an ambitious generation.
“Gérald Baticle (France U21 coach): “Warren shines in training with his talent and skill, and in matches, he’s at the heart of the game; he’s our captain. He puts his stamp on the team and gives us a lot of confidence and assurance. For me, he’s a number 8, but he plays all three positions and has great tactical intelligence.” (@RMCsport)
Warren Zaïre-Emery’s return to the U21s is anything but a step backward. On the contrary, it’s proof of a rare intelligence in a football where ego often takes over. At 19, the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder has already had a taste of the French senior team, but he agreed without hesitation to return to lend a hand to Gérald Baticle’s national team. This choice demonstrates remarkable maturity: that of a player who understands that every minute spent on the pitch, regardless of the jersey, fuels his development.
He has lost none of his qualities—volume of play, technical precision, team spirit—but has added a dimension of leadership and humility. Zaïre-Emery doesn’t play for his image; he plays to learn, pass on his knowledge, and help others win. This attitude, lucid and rare at his age, further reinforces the idea that he is destined for a central role in the future of PSG and the Blues.
