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PSG, Lionel Messi Agree to Deal After His Shocking Barcelona Exit

PSG's embarrassment of riches will now include arguably the greatest player of all time.

Lionel Messi has reportedly agreed to sign with PSG on a free transfer, following a drastic turn of events that resulted in Barcelona no longer being able to bring Messi back to the only club he had ever known as a professional. He goes from a club embroiled in economic crisis—the crisis that resulted in his emotional, forced farewell on Sunday—to one where economics and finances are no problem at all. Messi is reportedly signed on a two-year deal worth €35 million ($41 million) per season, plus an option for a third year, and represents another world-class attacking weapon for a club that has become enamored with winning the UEFA Champions League.