Messi Determined To "Build Something Special" At PSG
Argentinian superstar, Lionel Messi, signed a two-year deal on Tuesday with Paris Saint-Germain of Ligue 1 with an option for a third year.
Reports suggest that the 34-year-old, arguably the best footballer of all time, will earn $41 million per year.
In a statement on Tuesday, Messi expressed his excitement about joining PSG, saying he is determined to help the club build something special. Said, Messi:
I am excited to begin a new chapter of my career at Paris Saint-Germain. Everything about the club matches my football ambitions.
I know how talented the squad and the coaching staff are here. I am determined to help build something special for the club and the fans, and I am looking forward to stepping out onto the pitch at the Parc des Princes.
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Messi had spent his entire pro career with Barcelona, but his contract expired and the two sides couldn’t agree on a new deal.
He registered 25 goals and 21 assists in 33 matches (starts) for Barcelona in La Liga play in 2019-20, then had 30 goals and nine assists in 35 matches (33 starts) in 2020-21.
Messi has won 34 titles in 16 seasons with Barcelona, including four Champions League and 10 La Liga crowns. He is a six-time Ballon d’Or-winner.
He is already is in Paris and will be formally introduced as part of the team this Wednesday.