The 35-year-old has found the back of the nets 17 times including 16 assists in 28 matches across all competitions. Suarez also spoke about his close relationship with both Messi and Neymar on the pitch and off it, with the ex-Liverpool star telling them he came to Barcelona to win. The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner has never played professional football in his homeland and he may fancy a spell before calling time on his record-breaking career. PSG, Messi step up negotiations over new contract - sources Lionel Messi has no intention of renewing his expiring contract with Paris Saint Germain, according to reports. MLS club Inter Miami are also in pursuit of the Argentine, but despite reports that a deal had been agreed upon at the end of the current season Messi looks set to remain in Paris. Some economic details still need to be closed, but everything is moving in the right direction and French reports indicate that the renewal could become official even at the end of January. Lionel Messi was expected to extend his Paris Saint-Germain contract until June 2024 but could now leave the Ligue 1 champions in the summer to start a new adventure. Despite being a free agent in June and, therefore, being able to negotiate with any team now, his future lies in Paris. Simeone sets new Atletico record of 613 matches at helm, Video: Heartbreaking moment Sulley Muntari weeps uncontrollably at Atsu's one-week observation, Potter relieved as Chelsea ease pressure on under-fire boss, Potter praises important player for his role in Chelsea win, Lionel Messi tops list of 100 best footballers of 2022 as Ronaldo fails to make even the top 50, Messi beats Ronaldo again to set incredible FIFPRo record, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi? He simply has to open the door to join Newell's.". Which duo has the most goal contributions in Europe this season? Gary Neville ignites debate after stating ideal price for holding midfielder. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Messi, 35, and PSG were though to be close to new Messi MLS commissioner Don Garber said it will likely take a creative, David Beckham-like deal to land Lionel Messi, but that the league and Inter Miami are The future of the Argentine captain is still up in the air, following revelations that Barcelona are yet to reach an agreement with his camp for a summer move. You may opt-out by. Lionel Messi's contract renewal with Paris Saint-Germain is on the right track. Lionel Messi finally signed his eagerly anticipated Paris Saint-Germain contract on Tuesday night to complete the move that confirms the end of a career-long association with Barcelona and sends PSG into a new era. PSG have been trying to persuade Messi to stay on for months through Al Khelaifi and Campos, as well head coach Christophe Galtier. I'm an optimist at heart - can I see it happening? Let us know in the comments below! Question marks remain over Lionel Messi's future with Argentina after the latter won the FIFA World Cup in December. New Paris Saint-Germain signing, Lionel Messi, has revealed who convinced him to join the French Ligue 1 giants. Messi said the PSG dressing room convinced him to accept the transfer move to the Parisians. The Argentine captain officially joined PSG on Tuesday night as a free agent from Barcelona. Miami would also not be able to match Messi's salary at PSG, but he has previously expressed a desire to play in the MLS and owns a property in Miami. Other reports have suggested that several of Messi's Argentine compatriots could also be heading out. In his first season away from FC Barcelona, Messi did lift silverware: He won the French Ligue 1 title, but he could not help the Parisian heavyweights get past the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League or the French Cup (Coupe de France). I'm an optimist at heart. The dust has settled on the biggest transfer of the 2021 summer window, when Lionel Messi the six-time world mens player of the year finally left Barcelona Lionel Messi, the captain of reigning World Cup champions Argentina and star forward of current French Ligue 1 champions PSG, has turned down the latter's first offer to extend his current contractalbeit the parties had a verbal agreement in this regard before the start of the 2022 World Cup, reports La Vanguardia. I am very happy for Leo Messi and proud that a Paris Saint-Germain player has won the Player of the Year award of FIFA. Messi Lionel Messi Signs With Paris St.-Germain. Latest update on star's contract and rumored Barcelona return, in a teary press conference he said farewell. It is believed the Argentina captain has had a change of heart after winning the World Cup in Qatar, which was the one major trophy missing from his cabinet. Romero said: Messi shone at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Ball for his brilliant exploits (seven goals, three assists in seven games). Messis contract negotiations keep moving along since the talks for a new agreement were confirmed a couple of weeks ago. PSG face Chateauroux this Friday, January 6, in the French Cup, although everything seems to indicate that he could return to action on January 11 against Angers at the Parc des Princes. Only one question remains to be answered: when will he be back in a PSG shirt? That's despite the fact that Messi would be 39 by the end of the competition. Lionel Messi contract: PSG meet with superstar's father as Inter Miami are 'interested' and MLS 'flexible' It is now March with the January transfer window long gone and Lionel Messi is yet to extend his Paris Saint-Germain contract. Messis contract with the French side ends on June 30, 2023, but PSG have the option to extend it by a further year. Inter Miami CEO spoke about the possibility of signing Messi. Although Messi hasnt stated that he wants to stay until 2024, the player hasnt denied it either. The forward, who has enjoyed a few extra days of vacation after winning the World Cup, returned to France on Tuesday and on Wednesday was back at the training ground. Messi has been refusing to answer phone calls made on behalf of a negotiator close to Barcelona president Joan Laporta, who is desperate for the Argentine star to return to the Camp Nou but his negotiating tactic has so far proven unsuccessful. He had said before the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar that it would be his last appearance at the quadrennial event. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published18:22,04 March 2023 GMT@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated18:24,04 March 2023 GMT. Ronaldo was third on the list with $100 million ($40 million on-field, $60 million off-field), and Messi's PSG teammate Kylian Mbappe clinched first place thanks to his lucrative contract extension with the club which brought him $128 million split into $110 million on-field and $18 millon off-field. However, a return to the Camp Nou seems unlikely given the Blaugrana's own financial issues. 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Lionel Messi signs two-year Paris St-Germain deal after leaving Vanguardia: Messi refused to renew contract with PSG due to financial conditionsMOSCOW, March 4 - RIA Novosti. Follow the major changes at the Nou Camp in our FREE Barca newsletter. Messi The 35-year-old Argentinean's current contract with the Parisians PSG could transfer Angel Di Maria, Mauro Icardi and Leandro Paredes, and Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino has also been rumored to be on his way out despite having a year remaining on his contract. Tottenham Hotspur defender Romero reckons the PSG attacker should play in that tournament. Lionel Messi exit plan in new PSG contract as details of big However, Messi's priority at the moment is PSG and extending his deal with the Ligue 1 leaders. Evolving situation." Messi turns down PSG first offer on contract extension The 2022 World Cup winner made a goal-scoring return with PSG Messis new contract with PSG will see him earn a staggering 40 million (35.4m/$45.8m) per year, making him the joint-highest earning player at the club alongside Neymar. PSG star accused of sexual assault in Paris,, Nasser Al-Khelaifi Kidnap: Bad news for PSG, After Achraf Hakimi Rape Accusation,, Firmino Liverpool Exit: Brazilian star Roberto Firmino sets date for Liverpool farewell, Reds No.9 to leave Anfield for FREE after 2023 season Check out, Messi DEATH Threat: Unknown gunmen STORM Antonella Roccuzzos family supermarket, leave handwritten death threat note for Lionel Messi Check Out, Andrew Tate: Women recalls her Breast Biopsy as Andrew Tates Lung Cancer, Chelsea vs Leeds United HIGHLIGHTS: Wesley Fofana comes to Chelseas AID, Blue, Ronaldo Car Collection: From Rolls Royce Phantom to Ferrari Monza to Mercedes, THIS WEBSITE FOLLOWS THE DNPA CODE OF ETHICS. Lionel Messi Has No Intention Of Renewing Paris Saint Germain Some of these sponsors include Dior, Gorillas, Crypto.com, PlayBetR, GOAT, Snart, Good Thins, Volt, Big Cola, Sports Water and Autohero. As outlined by Marca, this is likely to be a further year onto Messis current contract taking his time at the club through to the summer of 2024. As reported by Spanish outlet Marca, Messi is not motivated to win more titles in France or the Champions League again after leading Argentina to their third World Cup and achieving his ultimate dream. Messi has been outstanding this season for Ligue 1 giants and PSG are keen to offer the 35-year-old a contract renewal. As also reported by Marca, Messi will be offered another two-year contract with the Ligue 1 champions, in a bid to shut down the rumours of an impending return to Barcelona. His father recently met Barcelona president Joan Laporta. The 7-time Ballon dOr winner agreed on a new one-year deal in principle with PSG before the World Cup in Qatar. Messi "The doors will be open and as long as I'm a coach, it's as if he can come every day if he wants.