PSG news: Lionel Messi has joined the Parisians after leaving Barcelona during the 2021 summer transfer window. The Argentina international has struggled during his debut season at the Parc des Princes, scoring just three goals in 26 appearances in the league.
However, he has returned to form this season, registering three goals and seven assists in seven league games. He also scored a goal and provided an assist in two other UEFA Champions League games.
However, Messi is currently in the final year of his current contract at the club. The Parisian outfit is willing to extend his stay, but Messi will only decide his future after the FIFA World Cup.
The 35-year-old attacker has been linked with a return to Barcelona in recent weeks. MLS club LA Galaxy have also shown interest in signing the Argentine international.
PSG News: Luis Campos updates on the future of Lionel Messi
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The sporting director of Paris St. Germain, Luis Campos, opens up about the future of Lionel Messi at the Parc des Princes. He also revealed that he recently had talks with the superstar about a possible contract extension.
Speaking to RMC (via Fabrizio Romano), Campos said: “I asked Messi if he wanted to stay and I told him that I hope he stays here during my tenure here. [3 years]. I am very satisfied with Leo”.
The Blaugrana president, Joan Laporta, wants the Argentine international to finish his career at the Camp Nou. He said: “I feel indebted to Leo Messi. I would like him to finish his career with the Barça shirt and to be applauded in all the stadiums.
Messi spent 17 years as a professional footballer at the Camp Nou between 2004 and 2021. He made 520 league appearances during his time in Spain, scoring 474 goals in the process.
The 35-year-old attacker helped the Blaugrana win more than 30 major trophies, including 10 La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions League trophies. Messi also won six Ballon d’Ors and eight Pichichi awards at the Camp Nou.
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Whats Next?
The Parisian side have started the 2022-23 season brilliantly and are currently top of the Ligue 1 table. They have won six of their first seven games in the league. PSG next meet Lyon and Nice in the league before making a trip to Portugal to play Benfica in the UEFA Champions League on 6 October. Messi is likely to appear in every match.
