Verratti reveals motivations for his move to Qatar

When we started the preseason, I spoke with Luis Enrique, and he told me that I wasn't part of his plans," Verratti said in L'Équipe. He doesn't hold a grudge about it. "He is a very good coach and is doing well at PSG. 

I didn't take it personally," the Italian continued. "I think he needed other players. It's okay for things to change sometimes."

The midfielder had no shortage of interest, both within Europe and beyond. So why Qatar? Verratti explained, "I wanted to have a different experience, and I didn't want to risk playing against PSG. I wanted to change clubs one more time, and then I received this offer in Doha. No, the level isn't the same, but I find pleasure in other things: helping to develop the league and my teammates." According to Italian sources, Verratti is earning 35 million euros per year in Qatar.