Paris FC manager Antoine Kombouaré has challenged Moses Simon to improve his end product despite signs of progress in recent weeks.
The Nigerian winger, who joined from FC Nantes, has struggled for consistency this season, going 12 consecutive league matches without a goal or assist during a difficult spell for the club.
Ahead of their clash with Le Havre, Kombouaré revealed that he held direct talks with Simon regarding his performances, making it clear that more is expected from the experienced forward.
“I simply told him that his performances were unacceptable,” the coach said, explaining that he listened to Simon’s reasons, including adaptation challenges and confidence issues, but insisted on personal responsibility.
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“You can say what you want, but you play first and foremost for yourself, for your family,” he added.
Despite the blunt message, Kombouaré acknowledged that the winger’s level has improved since his arrival at the club.
“Between today and the player I saw three weeks ago when I arrived, Moses has regained his confidence, he has the legs, he’s capable of repeating efforts,” he noted.
However, the manager stressed that improvement must now translate into tangible contributions in attack.
“Now he needs to be effective, to be able to create goals or score goals himself, that’s what we expect from him,” Kombouaré said.
Simon has managed just three goals and two assists in 23 league appearances so far, a return that underlines his struggles in front of goal.
With Paris FC fighting to retain their Ligue 1 status, the coach believes the Nigerian must step up and justify the confidence shown in him by the club.
“You’ve been able to put in some great performances, the management here has shown you enormous confidence, so you have to be an important part of the team,” Kombouaré concluded.
As the season enters a crucial phase, Simon will be aiming to build on his recent improvement and rediscover the form that made him a key figure under the same manager in the past.
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