There are varying reports about whether Lionel Messi, the renowned Argentine footballer, has agreed to play in Saudi Arabia. The proposed contract is for two years, with an optional extension for a third year.
Lionel Messi is highly sought after as one of the greatest football players of all time. However, due to his significant price tag, only a few clubs can afford to sign him as he becomes a free agent at the end of the season.
According to a report by AFP in France, the Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal and Messi have “reached a verbal agreement” on a potential move. In contrast, journalist Fabrizio Romano disputes this claim, stating that Messi will not decide about his future until he finishes his current season with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
If Messi were to accept the offer from Al-Hilal, the deal would become the most substantial contract in football history, valued at over €1 billion in just two years. The specifics of the contract include a base salary, bonuses tied to individual and team performance, and various sponsorship and image rights agreements.
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It is important to note that neither Lionel Messi nor Al-Hilal has provided official confirmation regarding these reports. As it stands, the football world eagerly awaits Messi’s decision, which is expected to come after the conclusion of his season with PSG.
