Tag: Messi
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PSG want to expand stadium after capturing Messi
Paris Saint-Germain have indicated the desire to expand their historic Parc des Princes stadium following the capture of Argentine superstar, Lionel Messi. “You have to expand this stadium, I love the Parc des Princes but it is important to expand this stadium for our fans and the future of our club,” PSG president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi,…
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Messi to PSG makes no difference to Ronaldo at Juve – Bonucci
Lionel Messi’s imminent switch to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has not had an impact on Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with Juventus, according to team-mate Leonardo Bonucci. Six-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi is expected to complete a move to PSG this week after bringing an end to his 21-year association with FC Barcelona. French giants PSG have previously…
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Messi gets hero’s welcome in France ahead of PSG move
Six-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi received a hero’s welcome after flying to France on Tuesday to join Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) following his shock departure from FC Barcelona. The agreement to sign the 34-year-old Argentine is a major coup for wealthy PSG. They will be adding one of the best football players of all time…
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BREAKING: Messi agrees to join PSG on two-year contract
Former Barcelona captain, Lionel Messi has agreed to join Paris Saint-Germain on a two-year contract. Sports paper, L’Equipe, said on its website, adding he was due to arrive in Paris in the coming hours. Messi, the 34-year-old record goal scorer for both Argentina and FC Barcelona, is one of the greatest players of all time.…
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Saleh slams Lionel Messi over ‘crocodile tears’
Former Egypt and Libya coach Mohsen Saleh has slammed Lionel Messi for his ‘crocodile tears’ at his final Barcelona press conference on Sunday. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner was in floods of tears while addressing the media where he confirmed that a move to Paris Saint-Germain is a possibility. The Argentina international became a free…
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I’ve texted Messi about joining us here – Chelsea midfielder
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has joked about trying to recruit Lionel Messi. Messi was released by Barcelona last week and is now set to join PSG. Jorginho was left in disbelief when he saw the news that Messi had departed Barcelona. In fact, the 29-year-old wondered if it was just ‘fake news’. Speaking to TNT Sports…
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We must move on from difficult Messi exit – Koeman
Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman admits they cannot dwell on Lionel Messi’s departure. Messi and Barcelona have parted company after over 20 years together, but Koeman has made it clear that there’s no time to dwell on the loss of their captain, and talisman. “It’s normal that when a player like Messi leaves, it’s hard for…
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‘Don’t cry son’ – Eto’o sends message to Messi
Former Cameroon international Samuel Eto’o has urged Lionel Messi not to cry about his departure from Barcelona after he “gave his all” for the club. Three days after the Blaugrana announced that he will not be returning to the club, a tearful Messi held a press conference at the club premises on Sunday as he…
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BREAKING: Complaint filed aiming to block Messi’s PSG move
Lionel Messi’s future might not be as clear as it seems to be. A complaint has been filed with the European Commission in an attempt to prevent Paris Saint-Germain from signing the Barcelona captain. The complaint, which MARCA have gained access to, is based on financial facts, and claims that Financial Fair Play should rule…
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Tearful Messi confirms departure from Barca, says not ready for it
Lionel Messi was in tears on Sunday as he confirmed his departure from Spanish side FC Barcelona after 21 years with the club. Messi was set to sign a new deal with Barca, but is now heading for pastures new —- possibly Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). This was after the Catalan giants could not afford to…