PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino appears to be lacking clues on how to get the best out of Lionel Messi. The Argentine has been a mere shadow of himself since he switched to the Parc des Princes this summer. Messi has bagged just four goals to his name in 13 games so far, including one in nine Ligue 1 outings.
As things stand, it doesn't look like the pair has the best of relationships, with rumours suggesting all isn't well between them in the French capital. In fact, things could be set to take an uglier turn between the two Argentines.
According to reports, Messi is seriously beginning to doubt Mauricio Pochettino's ability to take the team forward. The former Barcelona captain is said to be unconvinced by the gaffer's system and tactical choices, with the team failing to impress in recent games.
The story also says that Pochettino has also lost the trust and respect of other players in the PSG dressing room. The said players are reportedly not pleased with the tactician being overly flexible, and believe the team will not improve if things continue like that.
PSG have endured a disappointing start to their 2021-22 campaign, with their star-studded team failing to impress, especially in recent weeks. The Parisians have won just one of their last four games across competitions, beating St-Ettiene 3-1 and drawing with Lens and Lille and losing to Manchester City.
Mauricio Pochettino's men are first in the Ligue 1 table, with 42 points in 17 games. Their position in the table is largely influenced because there hasn't been much competition in the French top flight for them at the moment.
Messi and co have also qualified for the knockout phase of the Champions League, but will be disappointed to come out as second-best in Group A.
How Lionel Messi has fared under Mauricio Pochettino this season
Lionel Messi's numbers under Mauricio Pochettino leave a lot to be desired. The Argentine has four goals and three assists to his name in 13 appearances for the Parisians. It's even more disappointing that he has scored just once in nine Ligue 1 games so far.
He has had a better outing in Europe, with three of his four goals coming in four Champions League games. It remains to be seen if he raises his performance in the coming weeks.
Kadabceior
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There's no team which spark fire just because they're buying superstars unless if they all grew up from the same academy and what goes around comes back around u kept on stealing the balloon do'r and u have proved to us that you're finished period you're lucky to be playing in France u try epl you would not even be having a single goal then respect to the real goat non other than CR7
TeeNicezenegger
303
The only thing wrong with Messi is the absence of Eibar in the farmer's league
Theo2
214
Meanwhile
Zopabinory
186
end of an era,,, he stole the ballon Do'r
AlviNashys
143
Messi you were best in Barcelona team only because in PSG is your first time to play in different league. That's why I salute CR7 always breaking records wherever he goes he is the King, the Real Goat. RIP Messi
Ibe7
128
while Cr7 is doing his thing in all countries... this one is gossiping around with excuses and blablabla...😂
AShams
95
You’ve been flopping the last two years so no surprise.
NitroMensah
84
And Remember 2 of the 3 goals in champions league was penalty
Yoedeipr
82
Huh how he won Bollon'Dor? Than Robert Lewandoski. Injustice
zolexreporters
77
this is why I love C7. he has never complained or disrespect any manager under him. even if his not happy. he will show it on the field.. .But from when Messi become captain and think his god of football. he kept disrespecting manger's..I no a day will come that Messi will start a conspiracy to sack Mauricio pochettino..he will blame the manager for his weakness..very ARROGANT idoit
kilgharrah
47
That's is why Ronaldo is better than him
daddyliverpool
26
just these excuses are stats enough to win the next ballon d'or [Crylaugh]
huknpsuy
23
But I didn't hear Ronaldo blaming Ole.
Luizry⠀
22
What can we know expect from a PR d'or Merchant 😂
Whtye1
12
You’ve been flopping the last two years so no surprise.
Lol 😂 and still has better stats than any of your player lol that means the full Madrid team is dead right ??
ManUtdAmadDialo
11
There's no team which spark fire just because they're buying superstars unless if they all grew up from the same academy and what goes around comes back around u kept on stealing the balloon do'r and u have proved to us that you're finished period you're lucky to be playing in France u try epl you would not even be having a single goal then respect to the real goat non other than CR7
You are a frustrated soul. U better heal, cuz u've been crying for a week now[Crylaugh]
Kibabcnosu
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The only thing wrong with Messi is the absence of Eibar in the farmer's league
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Eibar Cadiz and Heusca = 25 goals Real Madrid = 26 goals Only ignorant fools will talk about Eibar, I can agree for you to call him eibarman only if you agree Eibar is a bigger team than Real Madrid 😌
Culer_till_I_die
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this is why I love C7. he has never complained or disrespect any manager under him. even if his not happy. he will show it on the field.. .But from when Messi become captain and think his god of football. he kept disrespecting manger's..I no a day will come that Messi will start a conspiracy to sack Mauricio pochettino..he will blame the manager for his weakness..very ARROGANT idoit
Yup definitely Messi came and told you or the journalists that he thinks Mauricio is not a good coach , grow up dude it's just media