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      Luis Enrique was rejected by Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea and snubbed three other clubs including SWANSEA

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      LUIS ENRIQUE has yet to manage in England – but there’s been no shortage of opportunity.The Spaniard, 55, guided Paris Saint-Germain to a maiden Champions League triumph on Saturday night.Luis Enrique led PSG to a first ever Champions League triumphCredit: GettyThe Spaniard has previously claimed he would like to manage in EnglandCredit: GettyThree big Prem clubs passed up on the chance to hire him in 2023Credit: GettyEnrique’s exciting young side tore Inter Milan to pieces at Munich’s Allianz Arena. The Serie A giants were no match for the French champions, who ran out emphatic 5-0 winners. It was Enrique’s second Champions League winners medal, after guiding Barcelona to the crown a decade ago.And some Prem clubs may be wondering what could have been after passing up on the Spaniard. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEnrique publicly expressed his desire to work in England in 2023, admitting: “I have a special attraction – I would like to go to England to work.”I follow English football a lot, more than Spanish football. “In the Spanish league, I do follow the biggest teams and little else  – but it’s very difficult for it to happen.”Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham all shortlisted Enrique after he left his role with Spain in 2023.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKBut all three decided against hiring the 55-year-old. Tottenham were the most serious contenders, prior to opting for Ange Postecoglou.Mikel Arteta does a Benitez as he rants about xG and tells Luis Enrique ‘look at the stats’ after bold Arsenal claimIt is believed chairman Daniel Levy backed off over a concern that Enrique’s spiky temperament made him too similar to former boss Antonio Conte.Three other clubs in the EFL have also moved for Enrique and offered him a managerial role.Swansea, Leeds and Aston Villa all wanted the former Spain international to join, per the BBC’s Guillem Balague. And even Arsenal were given a tip-off about Enrique – by ex-chief Unai Emery.But the Gunners decided to go another way, with fellow Spaniard Mikel Arteta still in charge at the Emirates. The one that got away By DAVE KIDDTHERE was one pressing question to ask in the wake of the greatest demolition job in the 70-year history of European Cup finals.What of Luis Enrique’s ‘Tottenham dream’?After Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain side handed out a 5-0 hiding to Inter Milan in Munich’s Allianz Arena on Saturday, the Spaniard confirmed himself as one of the great managers of the modern eraIt wasn’t just that Enrique had secured the Champions League with a second club — ten years after he masterminded Barcelona’s victory over Juventus.It was the manner in which he had constructed this young, vibrant, united PSG side in the wake of the French club’s ‘bling, bling’ era of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.Enrique, 55, was strongly linked with vacancies at Spurs, Chelsea and Manchester United in 2023, after leaving his job as Spain’s national team manager.Before Tottenham appointed Ange Postecoglou, Enrique was a serious contender, yet there is a belief that chairman Daniel Levy backed off over a concern that his spiky temperament made him too similar to Antonio Conte.Charismatic, tactically astute and an inspirational man-manager, Enrique speaks good English and is a devotee of Premier League football.Yet it’s fair to say, after his crowning glory in Bavaria, that Enrique will not be turning up on our shores any time soon.Should Spurs ditch Postecoglou this week, Enrique certainly won’t be in the running. After all, he is openly talking of conquering the world with the perennial champions of France.PSG will face Spurs in the European Super Cup in the Italian city of Udine in August — as one of the greatest winners of the Champions League take on possibly the worst winners of the Europa League in what promises to be an epic mismatch.Enrique’s PSG contract runs until 2027, club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi would like to extend it, while this team are young enough and good enough to be a dominant force in European football for years to come.Saturday was an emotionally-charged night for Enrique, whose bond with PSG supporters was strengthened by their unfurling of a vast tifo showing a picture of him and his late daughter Xana, who tragically died from bone cancer aged just nine in 2019.His team’s brilliant performance had been the most complete by any side in a Champions League final since Guardiola’s Barca defeated Manchester United 3-1 in a Wembley masterclass in 2011.PSG were the youngest team in the competition, Simone Inzaghi’s Inter the oldest — and the match turned into the comprehensive street mugging of a frail, elderly victim.That five-goal winning margin eclipsed the 7-3 victory of Ferenc Puskas and Alfredo Di Stefano’s Real Madrid against Eintracht Frankfurt in 1960 — a match played so long ago that Sir Alex Ferguson watched it at Hampden Park as an awestruck teenager.Enrique, known as The Architect in the French capital, has plotted plenty of English doom this year. PSG defeated Manchester City in the group phase, followed by knockout victories over  Liverpool on penalties, Aston Villa and Arsenal.After semi-final success against Mikel Arteta’s  Gunners, Enrique mocked the supposed low standing of France’s domestic league.“The league of farmers, no?” he smiled, “We are the league of farmers.”There has been nothing even faintly agricultural about PSG’s  football and Enrique is determined to stick around to harvest more silverware.While the world’s finest players rarely operate in England at their peak, our top-flight has played host to every other modern managerial great.Three more men have led two different clubs to the Champions League crown in the 21st Century — Carlo Ancelotti, Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola — and all have plied their trade in England, along with other A-listers like Jurgen Klopp and Conte.Instead, Enrique headed to Paris, where, despite billions of Qatari oil money having been lavished on the project, the Champions League remained elusive.Enrique’s re-imagining of PSG as a young side without Galacticos but with plenty of team spirit has turned out a triumph, although another shedload of cash has been spent.This season’s signings of  Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Desire Doue, Joao Neves and Willian Pacho — all stars of the final — cost the Qataris almost £200million.Doue was the two-goal hero, Enrique substituting him when he looked on course to become the first player in 56 years to score a hat-trick in a European Cup final.And when Kvaratskhelia sprinted back more than half the length of the pitch to win possession, with ten minutes to go, having just fired PSG into a 4-0 lead, Enrique’s PSG makeover felt complete.It is impossible to have imagined Mbappe, Messi or Neymar doing anything similar.And so for Enrique, the idea of managing Spurs — or any other  Premier League club — is just going to have to wait.Enrique has thrived since returning to club management with PSG in 2023. He had previously spent five years as Spain’s national manager. Enrique has won back-to-back Ligue 1 and Coupe de France titles in France.Known as The Architect in the French capital, he has helped bring about plenty of English doom over the course of the last year. PSG defeated Manchester City in the group phase, followed by knockout victories over Liverpool on penalties, Aston Villa and Arsenal.And he is now a hero among PSG supporters after delivering a first Champions League trophy. Fans unveiled a tifo at the Allianz Arena of Enrique’s daughter Xana, who died in 2019 aged nine from bone cancer.Visibly moved, Enrique said: “It’s lovely from the fans, and for my family.Read More on The Sun”But I don’t need to win a Champions League to remember my daughter. “She’s always present, with us. I feel it when we lose, too, it crystallises all the positives we lived.” More

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      Chelsea Champions League winner Salomon Kalou reveals surprising new business after retirement from football

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      EX-CHELSEA forward Salomon Kalou, 39, has stunned fans by revealing his new venture – running a chocolate business.The former Ivory Coast international, best known for helping the Blues lift the Champions League in 2012, has traded boots for sweet treats.Salomon Kalou (right) spent seven seasons at ChelseaCredit: GettyHe was part of a Chelsea side that conquered Europe for the first timeCredit: AP:Associated PressThe Ivorian has always had a thing for unusual hairstylesCredit: INSTAGRAMHis brand is called Oume, named after his birthplace in the Ivory Coast with Kalou keen to emphasise the importance of his homeland in the chocolate world.He told The Telegraph in an interview: “My uncle had a cocoa farm, and I grew up around the farm.”We went to school and at the weekend we would be helping him.”Growing up, I don’t remember eating chocolate and didn’t know what it was.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS “It was expensive more of a privilege for people who can afford to buy it.”People don’t know that what they produce on their farms is used for chocolate. “But we (Ivory Coast) contribute a big percentage of the world’s production. We also have great footballers.”The surprise career move has raised a few eyebrows among fans who remember the pacy winger’s dazzling runs down the Stamford Bridge flanks – not cocoa beans and hand-tempered truffles.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKKalou, who also enjoyed spells at Lille, Hertha Berlin and Botafogo, says he hopes to one day see his chocolate in some of the UK’s most prestigious shops.From embarrassing Chelsea pal to interview with dad – Five times Cole Palmer stole show AFTER Conference League finalsHe added: “One day I’d like to see Oume in Waitrose, Selfridges, or Harrods. That would be a proud moment.”It is a tough market with the price of cocoa increasing due to extreme weather and under-investment.”The Ivorian started and won the Champions League final with Chelsea in 2012, making a total of 254 appearances for the Blues. More

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      Chelsea begin huge transfer firesale with FOURTEEN players up for sale including Madueke, Nkunku and forgotten £45m flop

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      CHELSEA are preparing for a huge summer of sales with up to FOURTEEN players facing the axe. The Blues finished in the top four – to qualify for the Champions League – while topping off the campaign by lifting the Conference League trophy. Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix look set to leave Chelsea for goodCredit: GettyDespite the ultimately successful campaign, Enzo Maresca is braced to start next season with a new-look squad of fresh faces.Liam Delap is set to sign for £30million from Ipswich while wingers Jamie Gittens and Alejandro Garnacho are linked with a move to West London. But according to The Guardian, Chelsea are also looking to offload a hoard of unwanted stars in their squad.With a winger likely to arrive this summer, Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – is said to be on the market.READ MORE ON CHELSEAChristopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Nkunku arrived from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52.7million in 2023 and scored 14 goals last season – but only three in the league. He had underwhelming stints up front while also failing to find form out wide or in an attacking midfield role. Bayern Munich inquired about the Frenchman in January while Manchester United have also been linked in the past. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFelix first joined Chelsea in 2023 on loan before later joining Barcelona only to move back to the Blues in a permanent £45m deal. But by February, he had fallen out of favour with Maresca and joined AC Milan on loan managing just three goals in 21 games. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionA move back to Benfica – where Felix first made his name – or Flamengo in Brazil are potential options for the forward. Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in.Petrovic signed in 2023 but spent last season on loan at Strasbourg while Sanchez has spent two seasons at Chelsea after joining from Brighton for £30m. Maresca has continued to back Sanchez despite shaky form – but recent reports say the Spaniard’s future is up in the air. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Meanwhile Wesley Fofana – signed for £70m from Leicester in 2022 – is also said to be at risk amid his injury struggles. Trevoh Chalobah was loaned out to Crystal Palace last summer after Chelsea failed to move him on permanently. Chalobah was later recalled in January and despite finishing the season in fine form, he could still be at risk of leaving.Noni Madueke and Trevoh Chalobah, pictured with Jadon Sancho, could be sold by ChelseaCredit: GettyGoalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be soldCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures.Dewsbury-Hall arrived from Leicester for £30m last summer but has been reduced to mainly cup action in his debut season at Stamford Bridge.Chukwuemeka ended the campaign on loan at Borussia Dortmund while Ugochukwu is due to return after Southampton’s relegation. Read More on The SunAnd Raheem Sterling – who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell.Sterling was frozen out by Maresca at the start of the season and scored just once for the Gunners – in the League Cup. Renato Veiga and Ben Chilwell look set to be soldCredit: GettyAxel Disasi was loaned out to Aston VillaCredit: RexWesley Fofana has struggled with injury issuesCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s Chelsea future is at riskCredit: RexCarney Chukwuemeka was loaned out to Borussia DortmundCredit: Shutterstock EditorialLesley Ugochukwu and Raheem Sterling both ended their seasons on loanCredit: PA More

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      Fans poke fun at ‘best team in Europe’ Arsenal as they are 12th in Uefa’s rankings behind MAN UTD

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      FANS are laughing at Arsenal after the Uefa rankings put them behind Manchester United.The Gunners fell short of silverware for the third season in a row while the Red Devils had their worst campaign in modern history.Arsenal sit 12th in Uefa’s coefficient league tableCredit: Shutterstock EditorialDespite a poor season, Man Utd remain ahead of themCredit: GettyAfter crashing out the Champions League to eventual winners PSG, Mikel Arteta claimed his team are the “best in Europe”.But the coefficient league table disagrees and even has Arsenal below crisis club United.The rankings take into account each side’s performance in the Champions, Europa and Conference Leagues over the last five years and it is used for seeding.Arsenal sit 12th overall with 98 points and Man Utd are 11th on 102.5.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe North Londoners’ run to the Champions League semi-final this season earned them 36 points.But their score has been hindered by not appearing on the continent in 2020/21 and losing in the Europa League last-16 to Sporting Lisbon the following year.While United’s performances across the five-year period have been more steady, featuring in every season.Despite victories in the Europa being less valuable than the Champions League, two runner-up finishes and a run to quarter-final is enough to prop them up just above Arsenal.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd fans have mocked the Gunners, with one saying: “As if the best team in Europe isn’t even ranked top ten.”Another laughed: “Chelsea is still ahead of Arsenal despite not playing Champions League for two seasons.”Jamie Carragher in huge row with Gary Neville over Arsenal title prediction and striker claimA third commented: “This can’t be right, the best club in the world Arsenal are not there. They have been telling me all year they are the best the world has ever seen. Forget the trophies.”The updated rankings have Real Madrid out on top on 143.5, narrowly ahead of Manchester City’s 137.75.PSG’s Champions League victory earned them 33.5 and rockets them to fifth.Chelsea got 30 from their Conference League glory and they can still count upon the 33 from Champions League success under Thomas Tuchel four years ago.Outside the top spots – Tottenham are 27th, West Ham sit 29th and Aston Villa place 46th.Join SUN CLUB for the Arsenal Files every Friday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from The Emirates More

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      Chelsea ‘want to wrap up deal for Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens before Club World Cup’ with Sancho future in doubt

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      CHELSEA are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie Gittens and want a deal done before the Club World Cup, transfer reports say. The Blues are in the market for forwards and are set to welcome striker Liam Delap after agreeing a £30million move with Ipswich. Chelsea are in talks with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jamie GittensCredit: AlamyBut a winger is also on their wishlist with Dortmund’s Gittens a top priority and both clubs are now in negotiations, according to the Telegraph. Chelsea inquired about the wideman in January and Dortmund have been braced for summer bids worth £50million – matching his release clause. It comes amid uncertainty around Jadon Sancho’s future after his loan from Manchester United nears an end. Chelsea have an obligation to buy him for £25m or pay a £5m penalty to get out of the deal. READ MORE ON CHELSEASancho finished the season with five goals in 42 games – including the third in the Blues’ Conference League final win over Real Betis.But his wages – believed to be around £350,000-a-week – are a stumbling block for any suitor.Gittens – who spent time at Chelsea’s academy – ended the last campaign with 12 goals in 48 games.He had spells with Reading and City’s academy before moving to Germany and progressing into Dortmund’s first-team. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSGittens joins the likes of Sancho and Jude Bellingham to have made their name in the Bundesliga. He helped Dortmund get to the Champions League final in 2024 – losing to Bellingham’s Real Madrid. Chelsea finally discover Club World Cup opponents as former star, 38, assists dramatic winner to set up reunionEarlier this season Gittens became the youngest English player to score in the Champion League – aged 20 and 75 days – when he netted against Real Madrid.Gittens has played for England at youth level – not yet making a senior appearance – but will not play in this summer’s Under-21 Euros. That is because he is set to travel with Dortmund for the Club World Cup in America – joining Chelsea in the expanded 32-team tournament. But the Blues are said to want the winger signed by the time they set off for the States. Chelsea are also linked with United’s Alejandro Garnacho, who is expected to leave Old Trafford this summer. The West Londoners held talks for the Argentine last January and have also been tracking Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams. Chelsea are also looking to clear out players this summer with Noni Madueke – who scored 11 last season – believed to be on the market.Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix – who spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan – are other attackers up for sale.Goalkeepers Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic could also be sold if the right bid comes in. Renato Veiga, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi are all due back from their respective loans but remain out of favour in defence.Read More on The SunKiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu are midfielders with uncertain futures. And Raheem Sterling, who has two years left on his £325,000-a-week contract – has no future at Chelsea after a disappointing Arsenal loan spell. More

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      Qataris ‘haven’t abandoned hope of buying Man Utd’ with Sir Alex Ferguson ‘guest of PSG chief at Champions League final’

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      SHEIKH JASSIM has not given up on one day owning Man Utd, according to reports.The Qatari went head-to-head with Sir Jim Ratcliffe for the Red Devils in 2023.Sheikh Jassim bid for Man Utd in 2023Sir Jim Ratcliffe purchased a minority stake in Man UtdCredit: GettyRatcliffe, 72, ultimately purchased a 25 per cent stake in the club from the Glazer family, worth £1.3bn.But his 18-month tenure so far has been nothing short of a disaster as the club lurch from one nightmare to another.First the decision was made to keep Erik ten Hag on as boss, only to sack him in October after a poor start to the season.And the Dutchman’s successor, Ruben Amorim, has only made things WORSE on the pitch, with the Red Devils finishing 15th in the Premier League, their lowest-ever position.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMeanwhile, off the pitch, Ratcliffe has bemoaned the club’s financial woes, with drastic cuts including 450 redundancies.While, taking into account money borrowed and transfers still being paid for, the Red Devils are said to owe around £1bn.Things could have been so different under Jassim, who wanted to purchase the club in its entirety – pledging to wipe their staggering debt in the process.But, according to the Telegraph, Jassim and his associates have not given up on one day purchasing the Red Devils.Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKSir Alex Ferguson attended Saturday’s Champions League finalCredit: PAAlthough any links have been officially denied, any Qataris looking to buy a major European football club would likely consult Paris Saint-Germain owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi, given his vast experience and bulging contacts book.Al-Khelaifi, 51, has owned PSG since 2011, while he also chairs the European Club Association, as well as Qatari broadcaster beIN Sports.Bruno Fernandes enjoys dinner with Al-Hilal ‘secret agent’ Joao Cancelo as he faces Man Utd exit decisionInterestingly, legendary former Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson was a special guest of Al-Khelaifi’s in Munich over the last few days.Ferguson, 83, attended the official pre-Champions League final dinner courtesy of the PSG chief on Friday.While he was part of Al-Khelaifi’s party in the posh seats at the Allianz Arena as PSG battered Inter Milan to win their first Champions League crown.As part of their 2023 deal, the Glazer family can sell United from under Ratcliffe.But the British billionaire does possess the right to make an offer on any share sale.Sheikh Jassim refused to engage in a public PR campaign while trying to buy United in 2023.And precious little is still known about the mysterious would-be Old Trafford chief.It remains to be seen whether Jassim would shift tactics, should another Man Utd opportunity come up.In February 2024, Ratcliffe cast doubt over whether Sheikh Jassim even exists.Read More on The SunThe United co-owner said: “Still nobody’s ever seen him, actually.”The Glazers never met him. He never… I’m not sure he exists.” More

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      TNT Sports presenter twerks in see-through outfit and leather coat as she hosts Champions League final

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      TNT SPORTS presenter Miroslava Montemayor twerked in a see-through outfit and leather coat while hosting the Champions League final.Montemayor, 35, is a former model who now presents live football coverage in Mexico for TNT Sports.Miroslava Montemayor twerked before the Champions League finalShe is a presenter for TNT Sports MexicoShe has built up a huge fan baseMontemayor hosted coverage of PSG’s win over Inter MilanShe is already a fan favourite thanks to her dazzling way with the camera.And before PSG’s 5-0 win over Inter Milan, she turned heads with a plunging see-through outfit.Montemayor left little to the imagination as she flaunted her daring fashion choice.But she then went a step further as she twerked while pitch-side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans were left amazed by Montemayor’s latest antics.One said: “Blessings to you.”Another declared: “The best is named Miroslava.”One noted: “Incredible beauty.”Most read in Champions LeagueAnother added: “This is spectacular.”Montemayor had already caused a stir before PSG’s first-ever Champions League win.PSG hold Victory Parade following Champions League win against Inter MilanMontemayor is a former modelCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontShe loves posing for the cameraCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontShe has an army of followersCredit: Instagram @miroslavamontMontemayor is regularly on the box in MexicoCredit: INSTAGRAM @tntsportsmex and @miroslavamontShe picked her team of the tournament alongside colleagues.But she controversially left out Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal — widely tipped to win this year’s Ballon d’Or.Fans forgave her though as they continued to react to her amazing dress.One said: “You are a queen.”Another gasped: “Simply stunning.” More

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      Chaos erupts in Paris as riot cops clash with PSG fans at Champions League victory parade in second night of violence

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      PARIS has been plagued by a second day of chaos with armed riot police battling with PSG fans at the Champions League trophy parade.Specialist cops could be seen brandishing batons and riot shields as they stormed through the Champs-Élysées to fight back against violent thugs in the capital.Crowds took to the streets of Paris for the second night of celebrations which turned violent once againCredit: AFPIndividuals were seen launching objects at police in ParisCredit: AFPSupporters cheer PSG players on as they take part in a a parade on the Champs-Elysee avenueCredit: APThe dramatic moment dozens of armed riot police charge at PSG fans ahead of the historic Champions League final trophy paradeCredit: XJubilant celebrations in France continued on Sunday after PSG swept aside a poor Inter Milan side 5-0 in Saturday night’s European final in Munich.But the joyous scenes over in Germany were quickly overshadowed by violence back home in France.PSG fans were hit with tear gas overnight as deadly clashes broke out – leaving two dead and nearly 200 people injured.Almost 600 people were arrested in the ugly scenes with cars, bins and mattresses all seen on fire. READ MORE ON PSGAnd 24 hours after France was first plunged into danger further issues between police and fans broke out.PSG players and staff were joined by around 110,000 supporters on Sunday afternoon as they held a victory parade on the Champs-Élysées.Many fans were said to have been trying to pack out the lined streets in the capital to watch the celebrations.Within a short period of time, the limit of supporters was reached with thousands still looking to find a spot to see the squad return.Most read in FootballThis influx of fans caused chaos for riot cops who were seen trying to disperse them by chasing many through the streets.Video of the intense moment a row of cops started to run across the Alma bridge towards a group of supporters has been shared online.PSG fans tear gassed in violent clashes with cops as 400 arrested and two dead after Champions League winThick plumes of blue smoke from flares can be seen next to the Eiffel Tower in the clip.An officer at the scene said: “They are throwing everything they can at us.”Flash ball guns were also used by gendarmes, in an attempt disperse gang members carrying weapons of their own, including long metal poles and bricks stolen from building sites.It followed two people losing their lives during intense nationwide violence following PSG being crowned European football champions.One of the worst incidents took place in Dax, in the south-west of France, where a 17-year-old was knifed in the stomach.A local police spokesman said: “He was part of a crowd celebrating the PSG win in designated fanzone, and died from his wounds in hospital.”A man was also killed when his scooter collided with a car in Paris on Saturday, after the victim was seen celebrating the football win.A police officer was seriously injured by a firecracker in Coutances, Normandy.Police officers clash with crowds following the PSG team bus paradeCredit: AFPMany fans took to the streets in Paris tonight as the tossed bottles, traffic cones and flaresCredit: AFPOver 110,000 fans took part in the paradeCredit: GettyMasked PSG fans celebrate on top of a car and next to a roaring fire overnightHe was placed in an induced coma, with a very serious eye and head injury, and was still in intensive care on Sunday morning.Paris’ police chief Laurent Nuñez has come out since and said the blame should be placed on looters and vandals who used the party atmosphere in Paris to cause chaos.He made it clear that “real” PSG fans should not be mixed up with violent thugs.A ring of steel had been created around the Champs-Élysées, with major department stores and banks using steel shutters to try and keep looters away.PSG’s official club shops on the Champs, and at their ground, were also barricaded over the weekend.Despite this, a Foot Locker sports store on Champs-Élysées was broken into, and goods including multiple trainers stolen.A Maisons du Monde furniture store on the nearby Avenue Wagram was also looted, said a police spokesman.I was in the heart of PSG’s celebrations in Paris – it was a war zoneBy Sun Sports Features Editor, Rob MaulOUTSIDE the Parc des Princes last night, it was carnage. Absolute carnage.No sooner had the final whistle blown in Munich – as Paris Saint-Germain sealed a record-breaking 5-0 Champions League Final win over Inter Milan – the French capital erupted in celebration.Those who live within a few-mile radius of the club’s home ground had prepared for the worst, sensibly boarding up their shops and cafes in anticipation of mass trouble, and it proved to be a wise decision.Tens of thousands of people, mostly young men wearing PSG shirts, sprinted away from the club’s football ground and once they were outside of the wide police security perimeter, chaos ensued.Motorists had to take evasive action coming off the motorway slip-roads as people dangerously spilled into the street, throwing flares into their path.Soon, the traffic was completely stopped around Porte d’Auteuil as supporters started celebrating in the street – and even jumped on stationary cars.I saw one woman hurt and needing attention from friends while others cowered for cover as fans rushed forward.Ambulances were called to the area and so, too, were fire trucks.And your SunSport correspondent had to sprint away for safety at one point when some of the remnants of the fireworks landed too close for his comfort.Most of the yobs would not have lived in the local area themselves but they saw this European success as an excuse to break the law and cause disruption.Youths wearing masks and hoodies were meanwhile seen roaming around the city looking for trouble.Motorbikes and discared mattresses were set alight, sending thick black smoke billowing through the night sky.There was even fighting reported around the Eiffel Tower, which was lit up in PSG’s red, white and blue following their 5-0 win.Read More on The SunAround 5,400 police officers were on duty across Paris at the weekend, as trouble was always expected, whatever the result.PSG fans have an increasingly bad reputation for hooliganism, and some attacked fans from Arsenal and Aston Villa during this year’s  Champion’s League campaign.Riot squads used tear gas against fansCredit: EPAPolice officers protect themselves from a flare on the Champs Elysees avenue More