In recent years, Ligue 1 has gradually become the first choice of Premier League clubs for overseas reinforcements, a phenomenon that has attracted widespread attention in the soccer world.The Athletic, through interviews with a number of people in the soccer world and data analysis, reveals why Ligue 1 has become a "shopper's paradise" for Premier League clubs.
Firstly, Ligue 1 players generally have excellent physical play and athleticism, something that Premier League clubs look for. The Premier League is known for its intense physical play and fast-paced style of play, and Ligue 1 players tend to excel in these areas. Not only are they technically proficient, but they are also able to maintain a consistent performance in the midst of intense confrontation, which makes Premier League clubs look favorably upon them.
Secondly, Ligue 1 players are relatively cost-effective. Despite rising transfer fees, Ligue 1 players are still competitive compared to other top European leagues. Premier League clubs often need to consider a number of factors when attracting reinforcements, including the player's potential, age, the length of the contract, etc., and Ligue 1 players are often able to meet the needs of Premier League clubs in these aspects.
In addition, the youth training system of French soccer has also delivered a large number of excellent talents to Ligue 1. French soccer focuses on training young players and encourages them to grow in the domestic league. This has led to the emergence of many promising young players in Ligue 1, who not only have outstanding skills, but also have good experience in the game. The emergence of these young players provides more choices for Premier League clubs and makes Ligue 1 an important source of reinforcements for Premier League clubs.
However, the reason why Ligue 1 can become the preferred shopping place for Premier League clubs is also inextricably linked to its unique soccer culture and management mode. French soccer culture focuses on teamwork and overall cooperation, which makes Ligue 1 players pay more attention to teamwork and tactical execution in the game. This soccer culture not only helps to improve the overall quality of the players, but also allows the Premier League clubs in the attraction of more assured choice of French players.
At the same time, the management mode of the French Ligue 1 also provides convenience for Premier League clubs. The French soccer league is relatively flexible and open in the management of the transfer market, which provides more convenience and choices for the English Premier League clubs in attracting reinforcements. In addition, the French Football League also focuses on exchanges and cooperation with the international soccer market, which makes the influence of Ligue 1 in the international football arena continue to improve, and further enhance the interest of the Premier League clubs in Ligue 1 players.
