Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has resumed discussions with Lionel Messi regarding his contract extension at the club. The French giants have reportedly offered Messi a world-record-breaking annual salary for the remaining two years of his contract.
The details of the proposed deal were not disclosed, but it is believed that PSG would be willing to pay Messi more than €40 million per year for the next two seasons. This represents a significant increase from the current deal, which expires in 2025 and pays Messi €18 million per year.
Messi, who has been PSG's star player since joining the club in 2011, has become one of the most valuable players in the world, earning over $77 million per year as of 2022. His move to Paris Saint-Germain was widely seen as a coup for the club, and he quickly became one of the top stars in football.
The ongoing negotiations between PSG and Messi have been met with speculation about whether they will reach an agreement. Some believe that Messi may want to extend his contract for another five or six years, while others think that he may prefer to sign a new contract with another club.
If PSG and Messi do manage to come to an agreement, it could set a precedent for other clubs looking to sign top-tier players in the future. However, it also raises questions about the financial sustainability of such deals and the impact on the overall health of the sport.