DBasia.news – Antoine Griezmann’s former agent, Eric Olhats has criticized Barcelona star, Lionel Messi. He calls Messi the ruler of Barcelona and wants Antoine Griezmann not to develop.
Tensions between Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann started to blow at the start of last season. Reportedly, Messi did not agree with Barcelona’s decision to bring in Griezmann.
La Pulga reportedly prefered to return Neymar to Griezmann. As a result, the cooperation between the two players was not optimal.
According to Eric Olhats, this condition was created because Lionel Messi’s ego felt the most powerful in Barcelona. In fact, Griezmann has tried hard to repay Barcelona’s trust.
“Griezmann came to a struggling club where Messi has views about everything. He is an emperor and king at the same time. He did not see Griezmann’s arrival well,” said Eric Olhats as reported by France Football.
“His attitude is pathetic. He makes Griezmann feel that. I always hear Antoine Griezmann say there is no problem with Messi, but it is the opposite,” said Eric Olhats.
“In my eyes, Messi says he wants to go to see what role he still has as a player to make decisions, regarding the players who come and go, but he ends up staying. Messi is very classic both on and off the pitch.”
“Barcelona has been suffering in recent times. There is cancer at the club and it certainly leaves a mark,” continued Eric Olhats.
According to Eric Olhats, Griezmann’s career also depends on Barcelona’s conditions. The reason is, currently Barca is slumping.
“It’s a sick club, not Griezmann. Last year, when Griezmann came, Messi didn’t speak to him, didn’t pass him. He created real trauma for more than just negative adaptations,” said Eric Olhats.
“It clearly leaves a mark. It is clear and visible. Plus the president has stepped down, the club conceded eight goals against Bayern and three different managers. The condition is not good.”
At the moment, Griezmann and Messi needs to work hand in hand to bring Barcelona where they should be. Barca are scattered in eighth position in the 2020-2021 LaLiga standings.