Tense atmosphere
The delays of Edinson Cavani and Javier Pastore upon their return from the Christmas holidays and the comments of captain Thiago Silva have sown discord within the PSG dressing room at a time when pressure is mounting ahead of their upcoming European clash against Real Madrid.
The French sports press reflects these public disputes between team members, following the attack launched by Pastore against Thiago on social media, and criticizes coach Unai Emery and sports director Antero Henrique for not having a clear and firm strategy to address controversies.
Javier Pastore reproached the Brazilian for his comments the day before, saying that the team is 'going through a very important moment and we all have to stay united even though they (Pastore and Cavani) made a gesture that is not good for the group. We have to think before making gestures like that, it's not good for everyone,' Thiago said, causing a stir in the French locker room.
The Argentine responded that he had never spoken with Thiago Silva about my problem or my future. 'I have never pressured anyone. It's not my style. I didn't know about the problem that made me arrive late. And I repeat: my dream has always been to leave last (from PSG). I have always been loyal. It's not true that I want to leave. I would like to stay and finish my career,' Javier Pastore replied.
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According to L'Équipe, tensions have resurfaced between the Brazilians and the other South Americans at PSG, which has undergone a change since the arrival of Daniel Alves and, above all, Neymar.