Paris Saint-Germain news

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Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has insisted the club has the means and desire to keep hold of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.

PSG have reportedly been informed by controlling powers in Qatar that they are to agree a new contract with Lionel Messi “by all possible means”.

Real Madrid legend Marcelo has put Clasico rivalry to one side by admitting that Lionel Messi is “incredible” and the “toughest opponent” he faced.

Folarin Balogun, who is caught up in an international allegiance tug of war, has named Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe as his role models.

Bayern Munich CEO Oliver Kahn says that Thomas Tuchel has proven himself as a top coach, citing his time in charge of Paris Saint-Germain as evidence.

Lionel Messi was defended by former France international Johan Micoud, who said it is unfair to say Messi does not care about Paris Saint-Germain.

Bayern Munich hired Thomas Tuchel on Friday, taking PSG's preferred managerial target off the market ahead of a summer of change for the Ligue 1 side.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has insisted club legend Lionel Messi is always welcome to return to the club amid speculation about a summer move.

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Sergio Aguero thinks Lionel Messi could return to Barcelona and has urged president Joan Laporta to "make an effort" to get the deal done.

Lionel Messi has joined the 800-goal club, with the Argentina superstar hitting that mark in style with a stunning 25-yard free-kick.

Bayern Munich legend Philipp Lahm has heavily criticised Paris Saint-Germain and Lionel Messi after their exit from the Champions League.