Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are two of the best players in the history of soccer. They have a massive number of supporters who ardently follow their every move.
The rivalry between them is one of the best in the history of soccer. Both have given us some of the best moments to cherish over the years. Both the players have had a healthy battle and have great mutual respect for each other, both on and off the pitch.
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It has been more than five years since Messi, and Ronaldo’s rivalry ended in La Liga. Over the years, there have been many rumors building about their possible reunion. They were even rumored to be possible teammates.
That is still a dream for many soccer enthusiasts, which is yet to be witnessed by many. We don’t know if they’ll become teammates, but there is still a way to get their rivalry back.
Will Lionel Messi join Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia?
According to various sources, Al-Hilal is eyeing a potential move for PSG superstar Lionel Messi. The Saudi Arabian side is willing to offer the Argentine a contract worth $350 million.
This is more than Ronaldo’s recent $200 million deal he got from their rival, Al Nassr. Messi’s contract is ending at the end of the season, and he has yet to pen an extension. PSG is reportedly ready to offer a lucrative deal to the 35-year-old.
Saudi club Al Hilal is prepared to offer Lionel Messi a contract worth up to $350 MILLION per year, per @mundodeportivo.
Al Hilal's rivals: Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr. pic.twitter.com/T7vmypAA4C
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) January 13, 2023
The Argentine currently earns $41 million at Parc des Princes, and if he agrees to join the Middle Eastern club, his salary will increase manifold. Moreover, this would also be one of the biggest contracts in the history of sports.
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Al-Hilal is sitting in third place and is keen to close the gap on league leader, Al-Nassr. Hence, signing Messi would be, of course, a boost for the Arabian side. The only thing left is to convince the attacker to join the league alongside his former competition.
What’s next for Messi?
Al Hilal isn’t the only side that is interested in the World Cup winner. David Beckham’s Inter Miami is also keeping tabs on his situation. They have formally asked about the Argentine during his time in Barcelona.
Talking about his former club, a magical return to Nou Camp is also on the cards. The Catalan giants are getting their finances back on track and are confident to sign the legend.
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Leo Messi's return to FC Barcelona in 2023. Yes or No? pic.twitter.com/XAehtaueFk
— Managing Barça (@ManagingBarca) July 26, 2022
However, it is being said that Messi has a verbal agreement with the French champions to stay in the capital. According to various French outlets, PSG is ready to offer the former Barca man a bumper contract in order to keep him at the club. There is talk going on with his entourage, but nothing has been officially confirmed.
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Even at such an age, both Messi and Ronaldo are pushing themselves to keep their place at the highest. Nevertheless, it would be interesting to see these two superstars in the same league once again. Do you think Messi will move to Arab and join his former rival? Let us know in the comments.