PSG never had a chance to sign Messi, says Fabrizio Romano

Barcelona’s talismanic captain is edging ever closer to penning a new deal with the club he has spent nearly a decade at. And contrary to earlier speculation, the Argentine superstar will fully commit to the Catalans by signing a five-year contract instead of a two-year extension.

The details of the deal are yet to be revealed, however, it seems like Messi will have a stock of options at his disposal when it comes to his future. Reportedly, he may be able to play for two years and then leave as a club ambassador or choose to stay at Barcelona if there are good sensations.

One of the major talking points about Lionel Messi after the burofax saga at the end of the 2019-20 season was that his departure was a matter of ‘where’ and not ‘if’. Among the frontrunners to sign him, seemed to be Manchester City and PSG. The former’s interest eventually waivered after Messi’s exit was blocked, but Paris Saint-Germain seemed keen to get him next summer before the 2021-22 season.

According to the ever-reliable Fabrizio Romano, however, Les Parisiens never really stood a chance to sign Messi this summer. In fact, there were never even any official talks between the clubs to discuss a prospective deal.

The Argentine superstar will only sign for Barcelona, with the new deal stretching till 2026. Reports have also highlighted that PSG have even given up their pursuit of Lionel Messi, knowing full well that he will not be leaving.