Angel di Maria worries French press as Paris Saint-Germain ace told he looks tired and is a ‘loner’ from the rest of the squad
ANGEL DI MARIA is a “loner” who does not socialise with his Paris Saint-Germain team-mates – and the French media are wondering if the “Angel has lost his wings.”
According to l’Equipe and rival publication Le Parisien, the 28-year-old has become isolated from his PSG colleagues and does not even speak French.
Angel di Maria holds his head in his hands after missing a chance for PSG against MarseilleEPA
Manchester United fans who were concerned about his dip in form at Old Trafford will remember this as a familiar story.
It is now over two years since Di Maria starred in the Champions League final as Real Madrid won ‘La Decima’ and then helped Argentina to the World Cup final, which they lost to Germany.
Di Maria flopped miserably at home to Marseille, who were being bossed by former Roma gaffer Rudi Garcia.
Angel di Maria has been criticised for not passing, shooting or dribblingGetty ImagesParis Saint-Germain and Arsenal went head-to-head in the Champions League recentlyGetty Images
And with just one goal this season, PSG fans have cause to be concerned.
He cost the club £44million after leaving United following one topsy-turvy season under Louis van Gaal.
Di Maria had arrived at United with high hopes – and a high British transfer record purchase of £59.7million – before his form deteriorated.
And last season he found his feet again, playing 47 times for the French capital club.
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But this term with the arrival of Unai Emery as Parc des Princes boss, the players are puzzled as to the direction of the team.
According to l'Equipe, Di Maria "does not pass, does not dribble, does not steal, no longer illuminates PSG with his talent."
Angel di Maria tumbles over against Marseille at Parc des PrincesSplash NewsAngel di Maria endured a tough year at Manchester United and was shown a red card in their clash with ArsenalReutersLouis van Gaal signed Angel di Maria for a British record £59.7millionGetty Images
The sport publication also claim he has "looked visibly tired for a month."
The news will be music to the ears of Arsene Wenger, as Arsenal get set to face PSG in a month's time after their 1-1 draw in Paris in September. The two clubs are both on seven points at the top of their Champions League group, but they will both be pushing for first place and an easier draw in the round of 16.
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