The football world was rocked when it was announced that Lionel Messi had requested to leave Barcelona, the club he has been with since he was 13. Now, speculation is rampant about where the six-time Ballon d’Or winner will end up next. One of the most likely destinations is Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
PSG have been linked with Messi for some time, and the French club have the financial resources to make a move for him. However, there are other potential destinations for Messi if he decides to leave PSG.
The first option is a return to his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina. Messi has spoken fondly of his time at Newell’s and has said that he would love to return one day. The club is currently in the second division of the Argentine league, but with Messi’s star power, they could easily make a return to the top flight.
Another potential destination is Manchester City. The English club has long been linked with Messi, and they have the financial resources to make a move for him. The club already has an impressive array of attacking talent, and adding Messi to the mix would make them even more formidable.
A third option is Inter Milan. The Italian giants have been linked with Messi in the past and have the financial resources to make a move for him. Inter have a history of signing big-name players, and Messi would be a perfect fit for their attacking style of play.
Finally, there is the possibility of a move to MLS. Messi has expressed an interest in playing in the United States, and MLS teams have the financial resources to make a move for him. A move to MLS would also give Messi the chance to experience a new culture and lifestyle.
No matter where Messi ends up, it is sure to be an exciting move for both him and his new club. Wherever he goes, he will bring excitement and star power to his new team. It will be interesting to see where Messi ends up next, but one thing is certain: wherever he goes, it will be a huge deal.