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“Never Cared About PSG”- Fans Slam Suspended Lionel Messi for Lack of Efforts Amid Various Speculations Over His Club Future

Published 05/04/2023, 9:30 AM EDT

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The summer transfer window is approaching fast. The clubs have started planning for the next season. One of the massive speculation for this summer is the future of Lionel Messi. The Argentine looks unsettled in Paris. PSG fans have been vocal in slamming the seven-time Ballon d’Or for miserable performance in crucial games, especially after the Bayern Munich game in the UEFA Champions League. 

Recent disciplinary action by the Parisians against Messi has sparked reactions from the fans. Most fans have slammed the Argentine for his behavior and for caring less about the club. It will be interesting to see how the PSG superstar reacts to action taken by the club, with his future potentially away from the club.  

Fans slam Lionel Messi after being suspended by PSG

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The Argentine recently traveled to Saudi Arabia for a trip. The club labeled it unauthorized, and PSG gave Messi a two-week suspension. It obviously came as a shock to many, but PSG fans took the opportunity to slam the former Barcelona superstar.

One of the fans wrote, “Messi never cared about PSG. He puts half the effort in when playing for them compared to playing for Argentina.” One fan thinks Messi’s dictatorial tactics aren’t working at the club. Another fan labeled him disrespectful. There were a few fans who felt the player is struggling after leaving his comfort zone at Barcelona. Many feel no one is bigger than the club, and players need to maintain discipline. 

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Messi is subject to intense speculation over his future. He has several offers from clubs on the table. A potential return to Barcelona is also on the cards. The Catalan giants are studying the options to land the Argentine wizard amid financial troubles. They have tabled a few offers to Messi, with a minimum base salary and part of the merchandise sale going to him. 

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Lionel Messi signed a multi-million dollar deal with Saudi Arabia last year. He is a brand ambassador of Saudi Tourism. As a part of his personal promotion, the Argentine visited Saudi Arabia recently. However, reports say it was unauthorized travel, and the club denied the permission.

The trip to Riyadh has made the Parisians take strict action for not attending the training sessions of the club without permission. PSG has suspended Messi for the next two weeks. It is for the first time since the Qatari takeover the club has suspended a player for disciplinary reasons. PSG is in the process of adopting a new policy and has taken disciplinary action as a part of it. They wanted to send a message that no one is bigger than the club.

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Nikhil Nibe

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Nikhil is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports, having written over 450 articles that showcase his expertise and love for the beautiful game. With a passion for soccer that spans over two decades, Nikhil is well-versed in covering core sports articles. As a die-hard fan of Real Madrid, Nikhil understands the importance of team spirit and the unwavering support of fans in changing the course of a game.
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