Lionel Messi will leave Paris Saint Germain Head coach Christophe Gaultier said this on Thursday after two years at the club.
ESPN reported last month that Messi will leave PSG when the forward’s contract expires this summer. Consider a move Saudi Arabian rivals Al Hilal, city rivals cristiano ronaldoAl Nasser.
Galter told a press conference ahead of the season’s final Ligue 1 match against Clement Foote: “I had the privilege of coaching one of the best players in the history of football. This will be his last match at the Parc des Princes, and I hope he gets a warm welcome.
“This year, he was an important part of the team, always available. I don’t think any comments or criticisms are justified. He is always there for the team. It was a great privilege to accompany him throughout the season.”
Messi has 21 goals and 20 assists for PSG in all competitions this season. Messi joins the French champions in 2021 after his 21-year association with Barca ended due to the club’s financial problems.
In addition to this Kylian Mbappé And Neymar, he helped PSG win the Ligue 1 title in both seasons he spent in the French capital. However, back-to-back round-of-16 exits from the Champions League mean the club’s quest for a first European title continues.
He scored 32 goals in 74 appearances in all competitions for PSG, as well as recording 35 assists. Messi’s time in Paris came alongside other achievements. He took the lead in December Argentina 2023 to win World CupEnding his wait for the only major honor that has eluded him in his career.
He was then named Male Footballer of the Year at the Best FIFA Football Awards in February – winning the award for the second time, adding to his record seven Ballon d’Or trophies.
