PSG Boss Pochettino Calls For Patience With Messi

Mauricio Pochettino wants Lionel Messi to be given time to adapt to his new surroundings at Paris Saint-Germain, who are preparing to go up against “the best coach in the world” in Pep Guardiola. 

Messi has yet to score or assist in three appearances since joining PSG on a free transfer amid financial difficulties at Barcelona, but Pochettino is prepared to be patient with the iconic superstar. 

The six-time Ballon d’Or winner has been struggling with a knee injury of late, though he may be involved when the French club host Manchester City in a titanic Champions League clash. 

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“Messi is progressing very well, and I think he’ll be in the squad, but I don’t know if he’ll start,” Pochettino said in his pre-match media conference ahead of Tuesday’s meeting in the French capital.  

“He’s the best player in the world, but he’s still a human like everyone else. He also needs to adapt to this new team, new culture and new country. He was at Barcelona for 20 years, everything is new here for him.  

“With time, I have no doubt that everything will go well and we’re going to have real success together.” 

The former Tottenham and Southampton boss also attempted to downplay expectations as his side chase European glory, claiming that PSG are not yet the finished article – unlike their next opponents. 

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