Lionel Messi set to start for PSG against Ajaccio for first time since his suspension

The Argentine returned to training, as confirmed by Cristophe Galtier

The manager of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Christophe Galtier, has said that Lionel Messi will play this weekend's match against Ajaccio. The Argentine's ban has been shortened by PSG to only one match, and he started training again.

Galtier acknowledged speaking with Messi during the pregame news conference. He disclosed that the victor of the FIFA World Cup is eager and motivated to participate after missing the last game.

"I spoke with Leo as soon as he returned. To see what state of mind he is in. I found him very calm. He is very motivated to play, very determined to win yet another title. Yes, Leo will start tomorrow."

The head coach said last week that he opposed Messi's suspension by PSG. He asserted that the manager who made the choice wasn't approached by management. He stated:

I was informed by the management at the start of the week of the decision to suspend Leo. I have taken the responsibility not to comment on it."

The head coach stated last week that he disagreed with PSG's decision to suspend Messi. He said that management did not approach the person in charge who reached the decision. He declared:

We'll see when Leo [Lionel Messi] comes back. Obviously there will be discussions with the entire club, but also with Leo who is the most important person in the situation."

Gatier's position at PSG is also in doubt, as sources claim the Ligue 1 club are interested in hiring either Jose Mourinho or Thiago Motta.

Lionel Messi missing practice to go to Saudi Arabia this past week infuriated PSG. The Argentine was given a two-week suspension and told not to attend practice.