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On August 11th, in Paris, Lionel Messi was finally presented as he officially joined the ranks of Paris Saint-Germain. This date will go down in football history as one of the greatest footballers of all time changed clubs after 21 years and will now play in a completely different league and country. On this occasion, a special press conference was held with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi and Lionel Messi himself. Some of the most interesting thoughts of the Argentine:
Regarding joining PSG Messi said: "I want to thank the president, Leonardo, and the whole club for how they welcomed me. This club is ready to fight for all trophies, and that is my goal. I want to improve and continue winning trophies. That is why I joined PSG."
About playing alongside Neymar and Mbappe: "The opportunity to play with Neymar and Mbappe? I am very happy. It's amazing. I used to envy them. And now I will play with the best players in the world, which is always a good thing."
About the difficult departure from Barcelona: "My departure from Barcelona was very difficult, and it was hard to imagine such changes. But from the moment I arrived here, I am really happy and enjoying my arrival here. I want to start training with my teammates as soon as possible."
About a possible meeting with Barcelona in the Champions League: "Playing against Barcelona in the Champions League would be nice and fun, but at the same time, it would be strange to go back home. We'll see if it really happens."
About PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino: "I know the coach Mauricio Pochettino very well. The fact that he is Argentine started for me from the beginning. That was a very important fact in making my final decision."
About the first game wearing PSG jerseys: "When will my first match be? I don't know yet when I will play. I just finished a month of vacation and recently returned. It may be that I will need a separate preseason. But I hope it will happen as soon as possible. I really want to play."
🤯 The moment Leo Messi met with the 🔴🔵 fans! #PSGxMESSI pic.twitter.com/x30NhCRQEx
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) August 11, 2021
