Paris Saint-Germain is in mourning following the death of Jean-Louis Gasset, a respected figure in French football. A former coach and renowned figure on the pitch, Gasset left a profound mark on the clubs he served, including the Parisian club. PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi paid tribute to him on the club’s official website.
Al-Khelaïfi: “Jean-Louis Gasset was a very special person to me.”
“Jean-Louis Gasset was a very special person to the Club and someone very important to me. In these painful moments, our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and all those who shared his passion for football.”
The passing of Jean-Louis Gasset transcends the mere context of a coaching career. At PSG, as elsewhere, he embodied that generation of discreet yet essential coaches, builders of dressing rooms and transmitters of knowledge. Known for his rigor, his humanity, and his ability to unite people, Gasset always prioritized the collective over personal glory.
Nasser Al-Khelaïfi’s words are not merely a perfunctory tribute; they reflect the true importance of a man who played a vital role in the club’s stability. In modern football, often fast-paced and exposed, Jean-Louis Gasset represented a form of stability and respect, rare but precious values. PSG has lost far more than a former member of its staff: it has lost a leading figure whose influence will continue to resonate in the memory of the club and French football.
