Paris Saint-Germain boss Unai Emery reveals who is first choice penalty taker out of Edinson Cavani and Neymar
The two South American stars had an on-field confrontation at Parc des Princes during their 2-0 win over Ligue 1 rivals Lyon
PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN boss Unai Emery has revealed that Edinson Cavani is the clubs first choice penalty taker.
His announcement comes after the Uruguayan striker had an on-pitch confrontation with Neymar as they squabbled to take the spot-kick against Lyon last Sunday.
With Les Parisiens leading 1-0 at Parc des Princes, the two South American's protested their claim at taking the penalty, which Cavani subsequently took.
However Anthony Lopes expertly denied the ex-Napoli star, fuelling Neymar's anger as he unfollowed his strike partner after the 2-0 romp.
And the Brazilian is now requesting the club SELL Cavani, as their mini-feud threatens to derail team morale.
Speaking today on the matter, Emery looks set to be on Neymar's bad books as he refuses to let him be the number one at the club.
He said: "The first person in charge of taking penalties is , and Neymar, is the second one."
His statement comes up after he suggested the two should discuss the matter with themselves, though it appears they aren't exactly seeing eye-to-eye with each other.
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Speaking after the win on the weekend, he said: "I have told them to sort it out between themselves.
"I think that they are capable of doing that and that they will both be our kickers. If they cannot reach an agreement, I will decide for them.
"I do not want this to become a problem for us."
Since joining from Barcelona in the summer Neymar has banged in five goals in six games, while Cavani has notched up an astonishing nine goals in eight matches.
PSG sit pretty at the top of the table after winning their opening six fixtures - three points clear of last seasons champions Monaco.
