SIMONE ATTACKS CLAUDE PUEL

"I am tired and demotivated. Everything is centred around the Claude Puel character," he said.

"Today, we can ask the question if he still can put across his message. For me, the answer is clear, No.

"It's very difficult to work with someone who never communicates. It's impossible he can't see the trouble.

"There is a true misunderstanding between Puel and the group. If I was alone it would be easy.

"I was very disappointed when I read what he had said about me, it hurt me. He thinks I am wheeling and dealing against him, while I always worked for him even if I did not always agree with his ideas.

"Without the help of some players, he would not have stayed for three months this season.

"I told chairman Campora what I think. I am not afraid to hide from what I said. They asked me my opinion so I gave it."

Simone insists he is happy to remain in the principality and wants to stay there despite having propositions from other teams.

"I just want to change the atmosphere in the club," he added.