Argentina Also mentioned Mascherano's positioning

Bauza slams suggestion that Messi picks Argentina team

There are no problems for Argentina boss Edgardo Bauza with coaching Lionel Messi as he is so easy to handle, according to the man in charge.

The Barcelona man called time on his international career following another Copa America heartbreak in the summer but swiftly reversed that decision, much to the delight of Bauza.

"Messi is the easiest player to coach," said the Argentine coach on Radio Rivadavia. "It is so easy to have him because he always tries to make the team work well."

Messi's teammate for club and country, Javier Mascherano, was also the subject of questioning, in relation to the particular position he may fill for the Albiceleste.

"One can often become a prisoner of their words, but I can't imagine Mascherano playing at the centre of defence," added Bauza. "Maybe if we need to in certain games but there's no doubt that he's a major player."