Not all football stars are grinding away during the international break. Lionel Messi and Paul Pogba have taken the opportunity to enjoy some much-needed rest, spending time together in Dubai, where they were entertained by culinary celebrity Salt Bae.

The Turkish internet sensation showcased his impressive meat-cutting skills and his signature salt-sprinkling technique, which has made him famous. Both Messi and Pogba attempted to replicate Salt Bae’s style, with varying degrees of success, before being served slices of meat straight from the knife.

While Messi enjoyed his time with Salt Bae, his Argentine teammates were busy securing a victory against Mexico in Cordoba, thanks to goals from Ramiro Funes Mori and Isaac Brizuel. Messi has been absent from national duty since the World Cup but may return for next year’s Copa America.

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Pogba, on the other hand, had to withdraw from the France squad due to a thigh injury, which also kept him out of last weekend’s Manchester derby. His situation at Manchester United appears tense, especially following his expressed desire to leave for Barcelona this summer, which has strained his relationship with manager Jose Mourinho.

There are ongoing rumors linking Pogba with a move to Barcelona, and it seems Messi could find himself spending more time with the Frenchman if that transfer materializes. Reports suggest that Barcelona’s star-studded squad is eager to welcome Pogba into their ranks, further adding to the intrigue surrounding his future.