According to reports, LIONEL MESSI will be rewarded with a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain.
The 35-year-old’s two-year contract, which he signed when he arrived from Barcelonaexpires next summer.
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However, reports at the time suggested the deal had an option for an additional 12 months Brand claim that it is basically just a two-year outright contract.
But the same outlet report PSG want to offer now Messi extend one year and keep him at the club until 2024.
The club have already told Messi that they want him to sign a new contract.
No formal offer has been made yet – and it is clear Messi wants to wait until after the World Cup to make a decision.
He is looking forward to glory in Qatar with Argentina and is eager to see how the tournament unfolds before signing a new deal in Paris.
After a mixed first campaign in the French capital PSG, Messi believes he is ready to move on after 12 months to settle in following his move from Barca.
A mix of Covid and injury issues meant Messi didn’t play more than 10 games in a row last season.
Despite the huge fanfare about his arrival, only Messi scored six and produced 14 assistsstats well below his usual output.
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But now that he’s had time to adapt, the French giants think he can finally lead them to Champions League glory next season.
While PSG intend to keep Messi for what he brings on the pitch, they are also aware of his impact off it.
Marca claims Messi has brought in almost £600 million sales since club membership, plus 10 brand new sponsorship deals.
In addition, 60% of PSG kits sold last season bore Messi’s name and number 30 on the back.
So while PSG intend to keep Messi in the books for his contributions on the pitch, the money he is putting into the Parc des Princes cannot be ignored.