The Argentine superstar signed a two-year contract at Paris Saint-Germain after the Catalan giants claimed they were unable to renew his deal due to economic restrictionsLa Liga president Javier Tebas has admitted that the exit of Lionel Messi from Barcelona was a ‘painful’ moment for the league. The 34-year-old then gave a tearful farewell press conference at the Camp Nou before joining Paris Saint-Germain on a two-year contract. Tebas added: "I discussed it with [Barcelona president Joan] Laporta personally, by phone, and with his board of directors. Messi netted 672 goals in 778 first-team appearances throughout his Barca career across 16 seasons at the Camp Nou. Do you want an exclusive pre-season preview of YOUR club - both in your inbox and through your letterbox?

Source: Daily Mirror September 12, 2021 15:56 UTC