“It’s a Pre-Retirement Club” – ‘Magician With a Wand’ Lionel Messi Getting Booed Off by PSG Fans Receives a Strongly-Worded Response From a Soccer Legend

The Lionel Messi-PSG love affair is nearly ending with the current state of affairs. Ever since the club knocked itself out of the UEFA Champions League, the fans showed displeasure towards the players. And Messi is at the center of the picture. Moreover, he remains the scapegoat for their current poor form.

Despite being one of their better players, the talented Argentinian could not help Paris Saint Germain qualify for the next round. Therefore, things are messy at the French soccer club. And now, a former French international blasts fans for their treatment. 

Emmanuel Petit won the World Cup with his national in 1998. However, he cannot comprehend the treatment of fans towards Lionel. This is not the first time the fans booed the player. It prompted a response from the legendary player. He also threw them under the bus, stating they are a ‘pre-retirement club.’

French legend blasts PSG fans for booing Lionel Messi

The club spent millions making a sensational trio of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, and Messi possible. Yet, things have not panned out smoothly. The latest defeat to Lyon in the Ligue 1 saw Messi booed in the build-up to the game. Hearing this, Petit went on a rant in support of the sensational Argentinian. According to RMC sport, he commented, “When I hear that, for me, it’s an insult to football.” 

The former midfielder didn’t shy away from putting his thoughts on a plate. He also mentioned PSG’s failure is not on the players but on the club itself. He continued, “It’s not a football club. It’s a pre-retirement club, even for 20-year-old players. Nobody has improved while at PSG, is that Messi’s fault? He’s the magician with a wand, it’s up to the players around him to make an effort.”

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Having one of the best players in the world, the club failed miserably this season. They somehow failed to gel on the pitch, leading to devastating losses. Messi’s current contract expires after this season, and a return to Barcelona is on the cards. 

The comeback story of the year?

While fans in Paris show their dissent towards the legendary player, fans in Barcelona would welcome him with open arms. The attacking midfielder left Barca after serving the club for almost two decades. He weaved magic on the pitch as fans worshipped him. Now 35, Messi looks set to end the illustrious career that made him prominent. 

The Catalan club leads the Spanish League with a 12-point advantage over their rivals, Real Madrid. They boast young players on the squad like Pedri and Gavi, and the club looks likely to price him away from PSG.

Although a pay cut would probably need to happen because of the Spanish club’s terrible finances, Barca is ready to unleash him next season. Having people respect you is much better than hearing all the jeers. Thus, where do you think Lionel Messi will end up next season?

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