Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has warned that he will no longer tolerate “superstar behaviour” from the club’s players.
The Paris-based club eased to the Ligue 1 title for the second consecutive season but struggled to replicate that success in cup competitions.
The French giants suffered a disappointing exit at the hands of Manchester United in the last 16 of the Champions League – a competition they are desperate to win – before losing to Rennes on penalties in April’s Coupe de France final.
There have also been several rumours of unrest among Thomas Tuchel’s squad, and Al-Khelaifi has warned that players who fail to take greater responsibility would not have a future at the club.
“Players will have to be more responsible than before,” he told France Football . “It must be completely different.
They will have to do more and work harder. They are not there for their own amusement.
“If they do not agree, the doors are open – Ciao!
“I do not want superstar behaviour anymore.”
Al-Khelaifi’s comments come amid reports that the French champions are willing to part company with prized asset Neymar this summer.
Despite only joining the club from Barcelona in 2017, the 27-year-old has been frequently linked with a departure from the Parc des Princes, with Real Madrid thought to be keen on securing his services.
Recent reports have suggested that the Brazilian has outlined his intentions to leave PSG, and French publication L’Equipe now claims that the Ligue 1 are ready to sell the forward.
PSG have already made some changes behind the scenes after announcing that Leonardo would return to the club as sporting director, replacing Antero Henrique.
Leonardo previously held the same role with the French club between 2011 and 2013 and Al-Khelaifi believes the Brazilian is the right man to take the club forward.
”I realised that changes were essential,” the club president added. “Otherwise we were going nowhere.
“In two minutes the case was settled between us, he will have all the sporting powers.
“Leo, this is my guy. He is incredible, I have total confidence in him.
“His natural authority will be good for everyone, especially the players.”
Source: Mirror
