Luis Enrique explains the reason why Neymar changes boots during games
Neymar has changed his boots early in his last two appearances for Barcelona
Luis Enrique admits it's not an ideal situation but it's better than feeling uncomfortable
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique has spoke about the continuous boot changes made by Brazil star Neymar in recent games.
Speaking during a pre-game press conference for Barça's trip to Malaga on Saturday, Luis Enrique was asked if he'd spoke to Neymar about the topic.
The Barça boss admitted it's a danger for the team to be a man down on the pitch, but also didn't want to give too much importance to the matter.
He said: "No, I haven't asked him. I think he's been bothered by something in the boots he's been wearing and he's had to change them. There is a risk (when he's off the pitch).
"But I would prefer him to be off the pitch for one minute than on it for 90 feeling uncomfortable -- he doesn't change them just to change them. But it's true we are one minute with one less player.
There has been speculation that Neymar's continous changing of his boots in the early stages of games is a marketing ploy, as more often than not it results in a close up of him changing his footwear.
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