PSG News Roundup: Parisians prioritizing Lionel Messi contract renewal; Christophe Galtier pleased with Neymar, and more - September 11, 2022
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a narrow 1-0 win over Brest at the Parc des Princes on Saturday in Ligue 1 on Saturday, 10 September. The result helped the Parisians stay atop the league table after seven games.
Meanwhile, the French champions are prioritizing Lionel Messi's contract renewal. Elsewhere, new manager Christophe Galtier is pleased with Neymar's performances this season.
It's over!
THIS IS PARIS!
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On that note, here's a look at the key PSG transfer stories as of September 11, 2022:
PSG prioritising Lionel Messi contract renewal
PSG are eager to extend Lionel Messiโs stay at the Parc des Princes, according to Hadrien Grenier via PSG Talk.
The Argentinean left Barcelona under unceremonious circumstances last summer and joined Les Parisiens on a two-year contract. He had an underwhelming first season at the Parc des Princes, scoring just 11 goals, an output which is way below his lofty standards.
3 goals
7 assists
Lionel Messi with PSG in 7 Ligue 1 games this season: ๐ฆ๐ท
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In this campaign, however, Messi has shed his troubles from last season and has been in inspired form. With four goals and seven assists from nine appearances this season, the 35-year-old has been running the show at the Parc des Princes so far.
The French champions are pleased with his efforts and are ready to open talks for a contract extension. However, Messi would like to bide his time before initiating negotiations.
Christophe Galtier pleased with Neymar
Christophe Galtier is delighted with Neymarโs form with PSG this season. The Brazilian has started the campaign with a bang and has registered 10 goals and six assists in nine games across competitions so far. He has been instrumental to the clubโs superb start to life under their new French manager.
Speaking after the win on Saturday, as cited by PSG Talk, Galtier labeled Neymar - who recently overtook Pedro Pauleta (109 goals) on the club's all-time scoring list - as one of the best players in the world.
โI have always considered him to be one of the best players on the planet. But I have a much more informed and sharpened eye on his daily investment. Before, during and after training sessions. If he has just overtaken Pauleta and is having a very good start to the season, it is because he puts a lot of seriousness and concentration into his work,โ said Galtier.
The Frenchman added that Neymar is invested in personal as well as collective glory.
โHe is very invested on a personal level but also in the interest of the team. He is a great professional and a great player. I discover him with pleasure every day,โ said Galtier.
Neymar was heavily linked with a move away from the Parc des Princes this summer but has shown his importance to the team once again.
Fabian Ruiz reveals Christophe Galtier advice before debut
Fabian Ruiz has said that Christophe Galtier advised him to play his natural game against Brest. The Spanish midfielder joined PSG from Napoli this summer and came off the bench on Saturday to make his debut.
Speaking after the game, as relayed by PSG Talk, the Spaniard pointed out that he has found success by sticking to his strengths in his career.
โHe told me to play my game, to do what Iโve done the last few years. Thatโs what got me here today. It was nice to be able to help the team when I came in,โ said Ruiz.
Ruiz registered 40 successful passes and three tackles in 28 minutes on Saturday to help the Parisians clinch all three points.