Monaco — Former AS Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim praised the club’s emerging talents during his return to celebrate Monaco's centenary. Comparing rising stars Maghnes Akliouche and Eliesse Ben Seghir to ex-players Bernardo Silva and Thomas Lemar, Jardim expressed optimism for the club’s future during a Saturday event in Monaco.
Jardim, who managed Monaco from 2014 to 2018 and briefly in 2019, reminisced about his time with the club, particularly the 2017 Ligue 1 title victory. He emphasized the talent and balance of the 2017 squad, which boasted players like Kylian Mbappé, Fabinho, and Silva, all of whom became pivotal to the championship-winning season.
While reflecting on his career, Jardim shared insights into the current Monaco team’s potential. He believes Akliouche and Ben Seghir are poised for a strong future, comparing their dribbling skills and creativity to Silva and Lemar. Jardim noted that retaining such talents will be challenging for Monaco, similar to past stars who moved on to bigger clubs.
As Monaco prepares for upcoming challenges, Jardim highlighted the importance of maintaining focus, particularly in key matches like their upcoming game against Zagreb.
Jardim’s continued connection with Monaco, despite his Portuguese heritage, underscores his affection for the club. He concluded by reaffirming his belief in Monaco’s potential to contend for both domestic and European honors this season.
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