The legendary forward has been selected by La Abiceleste for their upcoming friendlies against Panama (March 23) and Curacao (March 28). However, Messi has not yet agreed on the terms of his new contract with the Parisians. Mas told the Miami Herald:"Leo Messi is still one of the best players in the world, his skills have not diminished. I'm an optimist at heart. We said: Neymar, England is better. Despite being a free agent in June and, therefore, being able to negotiate with any team now, his future lies in Paris. Messi, 35, is in talks to sign a contract extension with PSG, with his current deal set to end in June. 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. PSG have been trying to persuade Messi to stay on for months through Al Khelaifi and Campos, as well head coach Christophe Galtier. Tottenham Hotspur defender Romero reckons the PSG attacker should play in that tournament. And it seems that everything is more than clear. "First contact with Egyptian player has already taken place. The 2022 World Cup winner made a goal-scoring return with PSG on Wednesday in the 2-0 victory over Angers at the Parc des Princes in Ligue 1. Laporta had planned to meet with his former star player during his visit to the Ballon d'Or awards in Paris in October, but such attempts were unsuccessful. The 34-year-olds previous contract, which expired at the end of June, was revealed by Spanish newspaper El Mundo to be worth $672 million and made him the Advertisement 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? It could be argued that Messi has nothing left to prove and may return to Argentina or move to the MLS, with David Beckham's Inter Miami interested. All questions will be answered later in the summer. Lionel Messi signs two-year Paris St-Germain deal after leaving Barcelona 10 August 2021 European Football 595 Lionel Messi joins fellow superstars Neymar and Messi arrived to Barcelona's famed youth academy, La Masia, in 2001 and made his first-team debut in a friendly in 2003. The Argentina international returned to club action with the French champions and his form has started to pick up after a slow return post-FIFA 2022 World Cup success. Messi joined the French club on a two-year contract in the summer of 2021 after Barcelona were unable to register a new contract for the playmaker due to their financial situation. Latest update on star's contract and rumored Barcelona return, in a teary press conference he said farewell. It was hard. 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). 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. The 2022 World Cup winner made a goal-scoring return with PSG Which could do you think Lionel Messi should join? According to Salary Sport, the Argentine gets 34.84 million a year. The 36-year-old Uruguayan striker, who left Barcelona in 2020, added that he and Messi both told Neymar he could have won everything with the Spanish club. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Beckham and his co-owners have been courting the forward's signature for a while. Lionel Messi scores 700 club goals in his incredible career 28 goals with PSG & 672 with Barcelona, Lionel Messi is now the youngest and oldest player to both score and assist in a single World Cup game . Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbapp's Paris Saint-Germain will play host to Nantes in Ligue 1 this weekend as a warm-up for their vital Champions League Round of 16 His father then flew to Barcelona to meet Blaugrana 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. Follow InsideSport on GOOGLE NEWS / Follow Football LIVE Updates on InsideSport.IN. The Champions League ouster at the hands of Real Madrid could lead to big changes at PSG during the summer. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Paris Saint-Germain are hoping to make a big step forward in negotiations with Lionel Messi over his new contract by the end of the month, sources have told ESPN. The Argentina international's contract expires at the end of the season, but both parties have agreed in principle to continue Messi's stay in France. Spanish Supercopa, Carabao Cup, more (US), Hit or miss? Could I see that happening? "In the first year, there was a huge change. The structure and length of the new contract have yet to be agreed upon, but both parties appear optimistic about finding a common ground. 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I believe, and David has a relationship with him, that if he leaves PSG, at the time he leaves PSG we would love to have Messi as a player at Inter Miami and be part of our community. According to fellow Spanish outlet Directo Gol, it is 'impossible' for Messi to return to the Camp Nou. 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Messi would need to accept a significantly lower salary if he returns to Barcelona, but that is also the case if he moves to Argentina. Lionel Messi is poised to accept a new contract offer from Paris Saint-Germain - but the deal is unlikely to be the last of the Argentine superstars club career. Lionel Messi has no intention of renewing his expiring contract with Paris Saint Germain, according to reports. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. However, the club and player ultimately came to the conclusion that it was best for him to depart and in a teary press conference he said farewell to the only club he knew as a professional. Messi's change of heart has put several clubs on red alert. However, it remains to be seen whether the PSG attacker appears in a sixth World Cup in three years time. Lionel Messi agreed to a two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain after officially announcing his goodbye to Barcelona on Sunday, according to ESPN. 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. 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 Kylian Mbappe makes his pick on who is the best player ever, Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane: Bones chases greatness while Bon Gamin looks to claim gold again, VIDEO: Annoyed rugby player deals with troublesome drunkard in morning traffic, Video: Asamoah Gyan, Muntari lead ex-Ghana stars to pay respect at Christian Atsu's one-week observance. Gary Neville ignites debate after stating ideal price for holding midfielder. Messi and his teammates have had to endure jeers from his own supporters since the club's Champions League ouster. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Jorge Messi was in Paris on Tuesday for the Champions League However, Messi's priority at the moment is PSG and extending his deal with the Ligue 1 leaders. They were booed by PSG fans in a 3-0 win over Bordeaux in March 2022 in the first match after the elimination from the continental tournament the team has never won. WebLIONEL MESSI LEAVING PSG FOR SURE - PARIS can't afford new LEO' contract! Pertinently, Barca President had publicly shown his Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. A Sky Sports report indicated that he would instead remain for a second season with the squad built around him. Mar 3, 2023. Messi's signing-on fee was reported to be in the range of 25 million ($32 million). Messi PSG Contract:The latest update in Messi and PSG contract story will give Barca fans a slice of happiness. Who we are The Argentine will see his contract expire at the end of the current season. 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. Messi excelled in the Champions League group stage, scoring five goals in six games for PSG, but they were knocked out by Real Madrid in the Round of 16, with Messi not scoring in either leg. "What I do know is that it depends on him, beyond any call that we can make. Lionel Messi has reportedly rejected Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)'s first contract renewal due to wage disagreement. Messi currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain and spends much of his time overseas, though he often visits Rosario where he has a home in the suburb of Funes. Miami co-owner Jorge Mas said in February: "Leo Messi is still one of the best players in the world, his skills have not diminished. "Can it happen? He has now 13 goals in 19 games this season. Meanwhile, there are just rumors only because his agent denied such things. 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In Qatar, he showed that he is still at the top of the game and that is why he sees himself with the strength to continue leading PSG in the search for their long-awaited Champions League. That PSG money is chump change compared to what Messi made in his last contract with Barcelona. Jorge Messi was in Paris on Tuesday for the Champions League clash with Bayern Munich and met PSG's sporting director, Luis Campos, on Wednesday to discuss the new contract. Once finished and with the euphoria of having lifted the title, Messi has been able to sit down and talk. Major League Soccer side Inter Miami are the other club trying to recruit Messi, with manager Phil Neville revealing that they are working "every second of every day to bring the best players" to the club. 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