It’s official. Argentine player Lionel Messi will be PSG’s new forward for a two-year contract, with an additional year as an option.
An official announcement throughout the day with a series of videos, one of which presents the former Barça player in his new colors, red and blue, and with his new number 30.
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At the end of the day, Lionel Messi even allowed himself a few passes and juggling on the floor of the Parc des Princes.
On this occasion, the player spoke his first words after this long-awaited contract; and how was it reported the website psg.fr. “I am eager to start a new chapter of my career in Paris,” reacted Lionel Messi after signing his contract. Adding that “the Club and its vision are in perfect harmony with my ambitions. I know how talented the players and the staff are here. I am determined to build, together with them, something great for the Club and for the fans. I can’t wait to set foot on the lawn of the Parc des Princes.
For his part, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi made no secret of his joy at the arrival at his club of the six-time Ballon d’Or winner. “I am delighted that Lionel Messi has chosen to join Paris Saint-Germain and we are proud to welcome him to Paris, with his family. ” Also specifying that the Argentine “did not hide his desire to continue evolving at the highest level and win trophies. The ambition of the Club is, of course, identical ”.
Indeed, the Parisian club offers itself with this new addition to one of the best players in world football, crowned with 6 Ballons d’Or, 4 Champions League, 10 Leagues or even 3 Club World Cups during his tenure at Barça (2005-2021 ). , as well as a Copa América and a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
