'I apologise' - Lionel Messi releases shock statement after Saudi Arabia trip backlash & is 'waiting for what PSG wants to do' amid exit rumours
Lionel Messi has issued an apology to his club and teammates following his recent trip to Saudi Arabia, which resulted in his suspension from Paris Saint-Germain's next two games. The Argentine star claimed that he believed he had the day off and couldn't cancel his travel plans, which were sponsored. The French side responded by punishing the World Cup winner, and rumors have since emerged that he has played his last game for the club, with only three games remaining in the season. Messi has reportedly decided to leave PSG at the end of the season, with Barcelona and Inter Miami among the possible destinations.
The suspension has raised concerns about the six-time Ballon d'Or winner's future with the club, and fans have protested outside PSG's headquarters against him and teammate Neymar. The club condemned the behavior, labeling it "shameful." Messi's contract with PSG is set to expire in June, and the club has not yet indicated whether they will offer him a new deal.
Meanwhile, Brazilian legend Rivaldo has criticized Messi for his "disrespectful" attitude towards PSG. He said that he was saddened to see the Argentine adopt such an attitude towards his current club, adding that it was unusual in his career, which had always been marked by discipline and clean behavior.
The suspension will likely bring the Messi era at PSG to an unsatisfactory end. Messi joined the French club last year after leaving Barcelona, where he had spent his entire career. He was expected to help PSG achieve European glory, but the club failed to reach the Champions League final this year, and their domestic campaign has been a mixed bag. Despite this, Messi has enjoyed a successful individual season, winning the Ligue 1 Player of the Month award twice.
Messi's apology and PSG's response have highlighted the tension between the star player and his club. While it remains to be seen where Messi will play next season, his departure from PSG could mark the end of an era for one of the most successful players in football history.
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