Paris Saint-Germain confirmed the departure of legendary Argentine star Lionel Messi on Thursday, June 1 after a two-year spell in the French capital. Messi, who led Argentina to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, had fuelled speculations regarding his departure from the club having made a trip to Saudi Arabia without informing the club in April.

Official: PSG confirm Lionel Messi's departure from club; ends two-year spell in French capital

Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona rumours are back again, and this time, several reports emerging from Spain suggest Messi has given his former club a 10-day deadline to prove if they can sign him this summer amid concerns around Financial Fair Play rules.

Messi gives 10-day deadline to Barcelona to prove they can sign him this summer amid FFP concerns

Now that Paris Saint-Germain have completed the job of retaining the Ligue 1 title, they can focus on the latest rebuilding job in the French capital, where sweeping changes are needed to the faltering Qatari project.

Ligue 1: PSG in need of rebuild sans Messi

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Monday the club will "do everything possible" to bring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back in the close season. The Paris Saint-Germain forward is set to leave in the summer when his contract expires and new La Liga champions Barcelona are hoping to lure their all-time top goalscorer back, despite strong interest from Saudi Arabia.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says club will 'do everything possible' to bring Lionel Messi to Camp Nou

Paris Saint-Germain closed in on a record 11th French league title with a 5-0 home win over Ajaccio on Saturday as Lionel Messi received a mixed reception on his return from suspension.

Ligue 1: Messi jeered during return game as PSG inch closer to title

Where will Lionel Messi be headed is the big question this season? Will rumours of the Argentine WC winner taking the big cheque and joining the Saudi Pro League come true or is there something else on the cards? Ghadi Francis gets you the story.

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Lionel Messi will start Paris St Germain's Ligue 1 home game against AC Ajaccio on Saturday after returning to training following a club-imposed suspension, coach Christophe Galtier said on Friday.

Lionel Messi to start for PSG vs Ajaccio after in-house suspension

Argentina's World Cup winning captain Lionel Messi was named the Laureus Sportsman of the Year, while sprint champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce bagged the top women's honour at the awards ceremony on Monday.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi and sprint champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce win top Laureus awards

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi will play in Saudi Arabia next season under a "huge" deal, a source close to the negotiations told AFP on Tuesday. "Messi is a done deal.

Messi to play in Saudi, say sources close to deal

Lionel Messi has been in the news ever since he made a promotional visit to Saudi Arabia without the permission of his French club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Since then, the club suspended him but the Argentina captain was seen training on his own at the Ligue 1 leaders' facility on Monday (May 8).

PSG shorten Lionel Messi's suspension after Saudi trip, available for selection for Ajaccio tie - Reports

World Cup winner with Argentina, Lionel Messi could be on his way to Saudi Arabia this summer after his contract with Ligue 1 leaders PSG expires. As per the latest report, the 35-year-old is considering signing a mega £320m-a-year deal with Al Hilal, which is in direct competition with Al-Nassr – a club for which Cristiano Ronaldo plays.

Lionel Messi on his way to Saudi following PSG fallout, to be joined by former teammates at Al Hilal - Reports

Seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi has once again attracted the attention of the world as he seeks an exit from French champions Paris Saint-Germain. According to reports, Messi’s father has told PSG about his son’s potential exit from the club, leaving him as a free agent at the end of the season and ready to join any club in the world.

EXPLAINED | Lionel Messi's PSG situation and where could he play next season

Lionel Messi on Friday apologised for going on an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia that led to Argentina's World Cup-winning captain being suspended by his club Paris Saint-Germain.

WATCH VIDEO - Lionel Messi issues apology to PSG fans for unauthorised Saudi trip

Lionel Messi's future at PSG was plunged into doubt on Wednesday after he was suspended by Paris Saint-Germain for travelling to Saudi Arabia without the club's permission.

Fed up PSG fans chant ‘We must sack Messi’ amid reports of Argentine star leaving club after current season

Lionel Messi is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain according to the latest reports as the star Argentina player nears the end of his two-year contract. Messi’s father Jorge is reported to have told the club about his son’s desire to leave the French capital.

Lionel Messi to leave PSG at end of season, father Jorge communicates decision to club - Report

Paris St Germain forward Lionel Messi will not have his contract renewed at the club following an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia, French sports daily L'Equipe reported on Tuesday (May 2).

Football: PSG to not renew Lionel Messi's contract after suspension post Saudi trip, says report

A brilliant Lionel Messi goal helped Paris Saint-Germain to a 3-1 home win over Lens on Saturday to surely end any doubt about the outcome of this season's Ligue 1 title race, after an early sending-off left the visitors with a mountain to climb.

Ligue 1: Messi stunner helps PSG beat Lens 3-1 to ensure stronghold on top place

Tennis icon and legend Roger Federer has penned a heartfelt letter to football great Lionel Messi after being named the among100 most influential people in the world in 2023.

'Thank you, Leo' - Roger Federer pens heartfelt tribute to Messi named among 100 most influential people

Lionel Messi scored one goal and set up another for Sergio Ramos as Paris Saint-Germain won 2-0 at Nice on Saturday to restore their six-point lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table and ease the pressure on coach Christophe Galtier.

Ligue 1: Messi, Ramos hand PSG 2-0 win over Nice

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said Erling Haaland is at the standard of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when it comes to finding the net after scoring twice on his return from injury in a 4-1 win at Southampton on Saturday.

Erling Haaland is on same level as that of Messi and Ronaldo, claims Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola

While Barcelona suffered a shocking 4-0 defeat at the hands of rivals Real Madrid in the return home leg of Copa Del Rey semis on Wednesday night, home fans chanted Lionel Messi’s name throughout the match.

Barcelona fans chant 'Messi, Messi...' as Real Madrid hit 4 in return leg to reach Copa Del Rey final - WATCH

Lionel Messi’s Argentina have reached the top of the summit in the latest FIFA Rankings having won the World Cup in Qatar in December. The team has also started 2023 on a high with an unbeaten run so far while their success in Qatar was a primary reason for reaching the top.

FIFA Rankings: Lionel Messi's Argentina back at summit after six years; rewarded for WC-winning campaign

Lionel Messi is "much more likely" to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season than sign a new deal, a source close to the club told AFP on Tuesday. "The dynamics have completely changed with PSG less pushing to renew (his contract)," the source said, adding that there was "no deal, no exit yet.

Lionel Messi transfer: Argentine star likely to leave PSG at end of season, Barcelona remain keen

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) suffered a second home defeat in a row on Sunday, falling 1-0 to Lyon as their World Cup winning superstar Lionel Messi was jeered by a section of supporters.

Lionel Messi booed as PSG suffer second straight home defeat in Ligue 1 vs Lyon

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