According to the technical side of things, Lionel Messi is a free agent. The Argentinian’s contract with Barcelona officially expires at midnight on June 30, as the season formally drew to a conclusion.
Culers have been waiting a long time for the club they support to announce the contract extension of the six-time Ballon d’Or winner. But, in truth, the player is yet to put his signature on the dotted line.
In the midst of this, PSG has decided to approach the player. They have exploited their massive financial strength and have offered him a very lucrative deal to come to the French capital. AS reports that a contract has simply been offered and that the player has not decided yet.
Messi could reunite with Neymar and replace Kylian Mabppe since the French forward is avoiding a new contract. Messi is currently out on international duty with Argentina and is unlikely to turn his attention to his club future right now. So, he could either leave this summer for a fee or next summer for absolutely nothing at all.
Once his commitments to the national team have been fulfilled, La Pulga will likely sign a new contract with his only professional club. The two parties have an agreement in principle for a two-year extension until 2023. Barcelona will also have to get rid of many fringe players to offer the player his super-high wage.
