Messi may not have achieved everything he set out to achieve after joining Paris Saint Germain, but there's no doubt he gave his all every time he stepped onto the pitch for France. .
The former Barcelona star struggled in his first season in the French capital and was an easy target for mockers and critics, who were quick to criticize him whenever he performed. least.
However, Messi has returned to action this season, scoring 20 goals and adding 20 assists to become the only player in Europe's top five leagues to score 20 goals and 20 assists. created in every arena this season - source ESPN FC.
At the age of 35, Messi is still generating such numbers despite being labeled a 'completed player' by many opponents.
Even yesterday, when he missed a chance to score, some PSG fans booed him, but what they don't understand is that it will be difficult for them to find another player who can do what Messi does. made them this season.
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Real Madrid confirmed the departure of Marco Asensio in an official statement yesterday. The Spanish winger left the Santiago Bernabeu after eight years at the club with three UEFA Champions League titles and three La Liga titles to his name.
The official announcement marks the end of a long renewal saga for Real Madrid that began last summer. At that time, the deal was not approved due to disagreement over financial terms between Real Madrid and this player.
According to information from Arancha Rodriguez (h/t Madrid Xtra), a similar save this time caused the Los Blancos player to leave. Asensio wanted a salary in his new contract higher than that offered by Real Madrid, and the club refused to accommodate his request.
Needless to say, his athletic background was the second factor that drove the final nail into the coffin. The Spaniard wants guaranteed game time and a starting spot if he stays, something that Carlo Ancelotti cannot guarantee.
The 27-year-old played a key role in Real Madrid's 2022/23 season, scoring nine goals and providing six assists in 30 La Liga appearances. Furthermore, he averages 1.4 important passes per game and creates 9 big chances in that span. Despite only starting 15 times in La Liga, Asensio has played an average of 47 minutes per game after 30 appearances. His sporting situation isn't half as bad as he claims, and so it's possible that a disagreement over financial terms has really derailed the negotiations.
The 27-year-old is tipped to move to Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent this summer, where he will join Kylian Mbappe and Neymar Jr. The Parisians are guaranteeing him a starting spot and possibly a higher salary than Real Madrid.
Sunday night's game against Athletic Bilbao will be Asensio's last appearance in white. It remains to be seen whether Carlo Ancelotti will start him on the special evening.
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