Lionel Messi move slammed and Pochettino labelled 'fraud' after rapid PSG collapse

Mauricio Pochettino has admitted that Lionel Messi and Neymar were affected after being booed by their own supporters during the win over Bordeaux on Sunday (March 13).Pochettino was left devastated after PSG fans tore into Messi and Neymar following their demoralising Champions League exit against Real Madrid in midweek.PSG led 2-0 on aggregate at half-time of the second leg following Kylian Mbappe's opener but were left stunned by Karim Benzema's astounding second-half hat-trick.The result means that their wait for major glory was extended by at least one more season despite their heavy spending - and fans knew who to target.Messi and Neymar were both booed relentlessly despite their 3-0 victory - and former Tottenham boss Pochettino cut a forlorn figure after the final whistle.Pochettino said: "No one likes this context, it made me sad."Everyone who loves PSG is sad after the disappointment of Madrid. I’m sad with what I experienced today."Are PSG fans right to boo Lionel Messi and Neymar? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionWhen asked if the players were affected, Pochettino added: "We were all affected.

PSG were knocked out of the Champions League in the last 16 on Wednesday after surrendering a 2-0 lead against Real Madrid. Karim Benzema’s 17-minute hat-trick has sent shockwaves through the club and the defeat looks as though it will have long-term consequences.Mauricio Pochettino’s job as manager is under question, while the club are already sounding out replacements for sporting director Leonardo.

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Manchester United should be running a mile from Mauricio Pochettino after his Champions League fiasco with Paris Saint-Germain.But whoever gets the manager's job next season faces an impossible job because they are going to be 20 points behind Manchester City and Liverpool again.United were cringeworthy in the Manchester derby. Embarrassing. Not one United player gets in the City team.

Chelsea and their owner Roman Abramovich, with the Russian's sanctions preventing the Blues from currently being able to sign new players.However, back in 2014, Abramovich almost made the biggest signing of all, as Lionel Messi was on the brink of trading Barcelona for Chelsea.Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both made moves this summer, although for the Argentine it was his first transfer since turning pro, but both are very much coming to the end of their careers.However, when Chelsea were close to signing Messi he was in his prime, and it was almost a FaceTime call that sealed the deal for the former Barcelona star, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.After an astonishing 41 goals across all competitions in the 2013/14 season, Messi grew frustrated with the Spanish authorities as he was caught in a tax fraud probe, and the Argentine was tempted by a new life in London under Jose Mourinho, according to Di Marzio.After speaking with former Barcelona team-mate Deco, who also had played at Chelsea, a meeting was scheduled between Messi and Mourinho, but via a rather unconventional FaceTime call.But the call reportedly worked at the time, as Messi went to tell his camp afterwards: "With Mourinho, for how he's spoken to me, I can win whatever I want: he's a winner, go ahead and close the deal."HAVE YOUR SAY: Should Lionel Messi stay at Paris Saint Germain next summer? Comment below.Obviously a move never materialised and Chelsea ended up signing Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona instead, and according to Fabrizio Romano, after careful consideration Messi decided to continue his life in Spain.Romano said: "Everything collapsed because Barcelona was something special for Lionel Messi.

Mauricio Pochettino has a strict term for Manchester United if he is to agree to become their next manager.The PSG head coach has been one of the top candidates for the role since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking last November.And the possibility of him joining the Red Devils this summer looks more likely than ever after his side collapsed to a 3-2 defeat in the Champions League against Real Madrid. Pochettino is facing the sack which would mean Old Trafford chiefs could swoop and not have to pay the French club compensation.As per the Daily Mail, to get him on board they must first convince him he is their number one choice.They claim Pochettino wants assurances from United that he is top of the pile of their options.So far it has seemed finely balanced between him and Ajax boss Erik ten Hag, who has recently begun English lessons and appears keen on the role.The former Tottenham manager is said to searching for a return to England where his family have remained while he has lived in a Paris hotel since January last year. Where would United finish under Pochettino? Let us know in the comments section. Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Manchester United.PSG boss Pochettino suffered a huge blow this week as his side were beaten in dramatic fashion to be dumped out of the Champions League by Real Madrid.The Argentine is being linked with the vacant permanent managerial position at Manchester United.With Ralf Rangnick set to move into an upstairs role at the end of the season, several of the biggest names in management are being tipped to take over at Old Trafford.But Pochettino is thought to be one of those at the top of the club's wish list, along with Ajax coach Erik ten Hag.HAVE YOUR SAY! Would Pochettino be a good fit at Man Utd? Comment down belowAccording to The Athletic, Pochettino is showing signs that he is interested in taking over at United.It is claimed that the former Tottenham manager has asked his confidants about life in Manchester and the club structure at United in recent months.United are not thought to see the recent defeat to Real Madrid as too much of an issue with Pochettino, given PSG's history in the Champions League.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Barcelona rival Lionel Messi.The Croatia hero helped Real Madrid into the Champions League quarter-finals with a stunning comeback win over PSG on Wednesday - with Messi cutting a forlorn figure.Kylian Mbappe's opener on the night meant the home side would need to score twice to force extra-time - but Karim Benzema shouldered responsibility with a 17 minute hat-trick.Messi's night was summed up by the aforementioned clash with a man two years his senior in Modric, who yet again proved himself to be one of the best in Europe.Looking to break following Benzema's first goal, Messi was met side-by-side by Modric who looked to end the counter-attack before it posed real danger.Although many might've accepted a booking after seeing who it was bringing the ball upfield, the 36-year-old bided his time until there was an opportunity to pounce.The former Spurs man then expertly slid the ball into touch while sending Messi flying - with many viewers spotting the reaction of Messi.Having bounced back to his feet, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner made sure not to show any signs of stress, with commentator Glenn Hoddle branding it his best "poker face".

Manchester United managerial candidate Mauricio Pochettino is 'pretty certain' he will leave Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, according to reports.

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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Paris Saint-Germain should follow Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid blueprint to end their Champions League struggles.

Neymar Jr has quashed rumours of a reported clash between himself and Gianluigi Donnarumma by sharing private WhatsApp messages on social media.According to reports, the silky Brazilian, 30, and the Italian giant, 23, had to be separated in the PSG dressing room after their 3-2 aggregate defeat to Real Madrid.It is reported the pair came to loggerheads in the wake of their shock Champions League exit as both blamed one another for their second-half collapse.Now Neymar has silenced his critics by sharing his private exchange with Donnarumma on Twitter."See you later Nay," reads a message from Donnarumma when translated - the message is accompanied by a news link from Marca about the alleged bust-up."I'm sorry about yesterday, this news is unacceptable.""Friend!" replies Neymar."Quiet! That can happen in football... We are a team and we are with you."You are still very young and you are going to win a lot.

Dimitar Berbatov has warned Manchester United not to necessarily go for the obvious choice in regards to appointing their next permanent manager. Paris Saint-Germain coach Mauricio Pochettino remains a favourite for the role and is the popular pick among United players to replace Ralf Rangnick in the summer, with Ajax coach Erik ten Hag also under consideration.

Neymar and Gianluigi Donnarumma were left raging at each other and allegedly almost came to blows in the Paris Saint-Germain dressing room following their defeat to Real Madrid.Each player blamed each other for the errors that led to Real Madrid's Karim Benzema getting three goals in quick succession in the second half at the Santiago Bernabeu.The La Liga giants pulled back a 2-0 deficit on aggregate to win 3-1 and secure their place in the Champions League quarterfinals and consequently, scenes turned ugly in the away dressing room.According to Marca, Neymar and Donnarumma blamed each other for some of the goals and the bicker escalated to the point where they had to be separated by team-mates.Benzema, 34, scored an astonishing 17-minute hat-trick and Donnarumma handed the Frenchman’s first on a plate, getting penned in with the ball in the six-yard box before making a misplaced pass to assist provider Vinicius Jr.Then for Benzema’s second goal, Neymar, 30, handed the ball to Luka Modric in the build-up.Two minutes later, Benzema got Real's third goal as the home side eased past the French club, who later seethed at the total collapse they had made.Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s job is believed to be on the line following the dismal display in Spain.Le Parisien report that the Argentine and French club's Sporting Director Leonardo may be shown the door as a result - while Pochettino said the ‘next few weeks are not going to be easy’.Do you think PSG should sack Pochettino? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email

Mauricio Pochettino looks more likely than ever to leave Paris Saint-Germain as their Champions League capitulation against Real Madrid leaves him hanging by a thread.

PSG's players have been branded "too powerful" after their Champions League collapse at Real Madrid.The French outfit were dumped out of the competition after throwing away a two-goal aggregate lead against the Spanish giants.Karim Benzema's 17-minute hat-trick condemned them to another season of failing to achieve their main target of glory in Europe.In fact, it has equalled their worst performance since Qatar Sports Investments took over the Ligue 1 club in 2011.Speaking on BT Sport post-match, pundit Steve McManaman slammed the attitude of their top stars, in particular the front three of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, and Lionel Messi.The former Real winger said: "The players are too powerful. When the going gets tough they do not care.

Paris Saint-Germain director Leonardo has backed Mauricio Pochettino to remain in charge until the end of the season despite increasing pressure on the Argentine.

PSG’s remarkable collapse against Real Madrid.Kylian Mbappe had seemingly secured the French side’s place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a first-half strike.But as has so often happened in European football’s premier club competition, Los Blancos staged a stunning comeback to break PSG hearts, though it was a comeback all of the Ligue 1 side’s making.First, Karim Benzema pressured Gianluigi Donnarumma into passing the ball straight to Vinicius, who laid the ball back to the striker to fire in.Then, Luka Modric burst through a wide-open PSG midfield before slipping in an unmarked Benzema to level the game.Straight from PSG’s kick-off after that goal, Madrid won the ball before Marquinhos sent a poor clearance directly to Benzema who completed his hat-trick with a first-time finish.Even by PSG’s standards it was an astonishing collapse, but rather than blame his players, Pochettino launched a scathing attack on Makkelie.The Argentine boss felt there was a foul in the build-up to Benzema’s opening goal, a strike Pochettino insisted “changed the game”.Should Karim Benzema's first goal have been ruled out for a foul on Gianluigi Donnarumma? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section...“It's impossible not to talk about this big mistake made by the referees. It's hard not to accept.

Mauricio Pochettino endured a nightmare evening at the Bernabeu on Wednesday and his hopes of landing the Manchester United job may have been dented in the process. Pochettino’s Paris Saint-Germain side surrendered a 2-0 aggregate lead to lose 3-2 to Real Madrid as Karim Benzema scored a 17-minute hat-trick in the second leg of the last-16 Champions League tie.

Neymar added to his damning Champions League stats as PSG were dumped out of the competition by Real Madrid.The Brazil international returned to Mauricio Pochettino's starting line-up for the second-leg at the Santiago Bernabeu after coming back from injury as a substitute in the reverse fixture last month.He was heavily involved in their European campaign at the start of the season before his lengthy spell on the sidelines began.However, his impact had been very minimal, with just one assist prior to kick-off on Wednesday evening.In fact, that was his only contribution in his previous eight Champions League appearances.You have to go back to December 2020 to find his last goal in the competition.It was then that he scored a hat-trick against Turkey's Istanbul Basaksehir in that year's group stages.His recent record is out of character as the Champions League has mostly been a happy hunting ground for the 30-year-old.Where would you rank Neymar nowadays? Let us know in the comments section.In 40 UCL appearances for Barcelona he registered 21 goals and 19 assists.That form carried on after his record-breaking £200million move from Spain to France in 2017.In the four seasons prior to this campaign he netted 20 times and picked up 12 assists in 29 European matches for PSG.But he has not been able to keep it up in recent months.Despite that, he has still provided more assists than any other player since his Champions League debut in September 2013.And he added to that tally as he set up Kylian Mbappe for his first-half strike on Wednesday evening.It was the seventh time he has assisted the Frenchman, the most for a single team-mate in the competition's history.However, Real hit back with three goals to win 3-2 on aggregate.

Mauricio Pochettino has given Manchester United an early insight into his philosophy if he is appointed as the club's next permanent manager this summer.