Lionel Messi: PSG star’s move to Al-Hilal could show Odion Ighalo the exit door
Soccernet.ng understands that, as PSG implements a new hiring strategy that focuses on discovering young French players, the Argentine forward is anticipated to leave the club this summer. Barcelona, where he formerly played, is reportedly exploring an incredible offer to lure him back to Camp Nou.
The Riyadh-based club is reportedly pursuing the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner in a deal estimated to be worth approximately £400 million.
A total of 18 of Al-Hilal’s 45 goals this season have been scored by the Nigerian international, who has also contributed two assists in the Saudi Pro League for the Blue Waves.
However, rumours indicate that the club has not been in touch with him about a potential contract extension; his current deal expires at the end of the month (June 30).
Speculation surfaced that the former Manchester United attacker might bid the team farewell at the conclusion of his contract.
Nevertheless, reports suggest that Messi wants to stay in Europe for the time being, and Al-Hilal are now subject to a transfer embargo. That leaves Messi with just PSG and Barcelona as his two top choices.
Source: soccernet.ng
