Barcelona boss Martino: We expect the best from Messi

The 50-year-old is hoping that the Argentina international picks up where he left off and helps the Blaugrana through a pivotal stage of the season.

Barcelona coach Gerardo Martino says he expects the best from Lionel Messi as the forward returns in time to take on AC Milan and Real Madrid this week.

The Argentina international came on as a second-half substitute in the Blaugrana’s 0-0 draw with Osasuna on Saturday after missing the previous two games with a hamstring problem.

Martino frustrated by Barca performances

The Argentine believes his side need to become more consistent after a straightforward 2-0 victory over Almeria on Saturday.

Barcelona coach Tata Martino had voiced his frustration with his side's lack of control on their matches this season.

The Blaugrana kept up their 100 per cent record in La Liga thanks to a 2-0 win over Almeria, with goals from Lionel Messi and Adriano.

Martino: I want to play Neymar with Messi, but we must be careful

The Argentine coach insists he will not rush the former Santos star back into action as he aims to help him enjoy a lengthy career in Catalonia.

Barcelona coach Gerardo Martino admits he is keen to see Lionel Messi team up with Neymar, but has stressed he will not rush the Brazilian into the Blaugrana starting XI.

The skilful attacker joined Barcelona from Santos for €57 million earlier this summer but has yet to make a competitive start for the Catalans, although Martino insists that patience with the player will be key to his development.

Ancelotti bites back at Martino over Bale fee

The Italian says the Blaugrana boss does not yet grasp how European football works, after the Argentine labelled los Blancos' bid for the Welshman disrespectful.

Carlo Ancelotti has claimed Gerardo Martino "does not understand European football" in light of comments made by the Barcelona boss in relation to Real Madrid's pursuit of Gareth Bale.

The Blancos are reportedly closing in on a record-breaking €100 million deal for the Tottenham Hotspur star, prompting the newly-appointed Blaugrana coach to take exception to the size of the fee, describing the numbers involved as demonstrating "lack of respect for the world we live in."

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