The former Chile coach has spoken previously of the need to keep a smile on Messi's face and his style of play would also suit the playmaker
The most important lesson Luis Enrique learned during his first season as Barcelona boss was to stay on the right side of Lionel Messi.
The pair clashed after the forward was upset by his coach's decision to disallow a goal in training and didn’t show up for the next session, citing gastroenteritis as his excuse. Luis Enrique was furious and wanted to sanction the playmaker but was talked out of it by club captain Xavi.