Since January 2026, Valentin Houdou has joined the professional team staff of Paris Saint-Germain. The 36-year-old Mayennais was therefore part of the PSG's adventure in the Ligue des champions. Present throughout the final phase, he lived this second title at close range as goalkeeper coach: 'It's the most beautiful moment of my life as a coach.' It was not in the plans, but it has happened nonetheless. On Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, PSG won the Ligue des champions title by beating Real Madrid 2-1. Valentin Houdou was present on the bench throughout the game and witnessed his team's celebration.