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‘It happened so fast’: Lionel Messi begins new chapter at PSG after Barcelona exit

The Argentina forward held a press conference in front of rapt global media and set out his goal to help PSG win a Champions League title, writes Alex Pattle

Wednesday 11 August 2021 18:17 BST
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Lionel Messi is presented as a PSG player after signing a two-year deal
Lionel Messi is presented as a PSG player after signing a two-year deal (AFP/Getty)

Lionel Messi is officially a PSG player.

The Argentina captain was unveiled by Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday morning, with the French club having confirmed his arrival on a two-year deal – with the option of a third season – on Tuesday night.

The unveiling saw Messi, 34, hold a press conference alongside PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi.

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