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We have a lot of great players - PSG star responds to Lionel Messi s unavailability against Benfica

Messi has been excellent for PSG this season Paris Saint-Germain () midfielder Vitinha recently opened up on 's absence from their upcoming clash against Benfica. Messi was withdrawn from the Parisians' away clash against Benfica last week after he scored the only goal for the French club in a match that ended in a 1-1 draw. The Argentine maestro linked up brilliantly with and Neymar before curling home a sumptuous finish from outside the penalty area. However, Messi sustained an injury during the game, leading to his absence from PSG's goalless draw against Stade de Reims in Ligue 1 on October 9. Messi is now set to miss PSG's upcoming clash, and Vitinha shared his take on the Argentine's absence as he stated ahead of the game (via ): "Messi is one of the best players. But we have a lot of great quality players. We will do everything to compensate for this absence." The legend has been in phenomenal form for the Parisians so far this campaign. In 13 games, he has scored eight goals and provided eight assists already. Vitinha, who himself has managed to forge a successful bonding with midfield partner so far this campaign, gave his opinion on PSG's positive midfield situation and said: "It's the work that paid off, the support of the technical staff and my partners, I want to extend this good period. With Verratti, we complete each other even if we look alike. I hope to do even better."

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PSG superstar Lionel Messi Meanwhile, former Real Madrid goalkeeper mentioned in a recent shocking revelation that Lionel Messi used to say very provocative things to Real Madrid defenders and Pepe during El Clasico games against Barcelona. While talking to II Posticipo (via ), Dudek said: " He was very provocative, as were Barcelona and their manager Pep Guardiola. They were always ready to annoy you and many times they managed it perfectly. I have seen and listened to Messi saying very rude things to Pepe and Ramos that you can't even think about. Imagine what can come out of the mouth of a person who seems so calm and nice." Paul Merson predicts the result of Newcastle vs Chelsea and other EPL GW 16 fixtures! Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found