Football icon Lionel Messi has reportedly voiced fears over the managerial approach of Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino.
The former Tottenham manager is feeling the heat in France and it's understood he remains unhappy with certain aspects of coaching one of the world's richest teams.
And now a bombshell report in L'Equipe claims Messi believes his compatriot's formation and style is 'too restrictive' for a side which boasts superstars such as Kylian Mbappe and Neymar.
The pressure is on Pochettino to win the Champions League this season after their mammoth transfer splurge during the summer - and that was only ramped up after the 1-1 draw with Lens on Sunday.
The former Tottenham boss is understood to be a long-term target for Manchester United but has found it difficult to find the right balance this season.
Ballon d'Or winner Messi has been below par since leaving Barcelona, scoring a paltry three goals since rocking up in Paris.
And he believes the pragmatic nature of his manager is to blame for his lack of impact in the final third.
Neutral observers were left aghast by PSG 's front three and their lack of tracking back during their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City.
That tepid display came amid swirls linking Pochettino with a return to England with United and further speculation is expected over the coming months.
Pochettino doesn't have his problems to seek with striker Kylian Mbappe stating he's "going to play for a big club" next season as Real Madrid remain keen on securing him on a free transfer.
