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The news that Lionel Messi is likely to leave French club Paris Saint-Germain has been confirmed by the Argentine superstar himself.
In a statement released on his official Instagram account, Messi said he had made the decision to leave Paris Saint-Germain after four years at the club.
"Today I have announced my decision to end my professional career with Paris Saint-Germain," Messi wrote. "I want to thank all the people who supported me during this journey. It was a unique experience playing in Europe and helping Paris Saint-Germain win the Champions League."
Messi's departure from Paris Saint-Germain comes as a surprise to many fans and media outlets, given the Argentine forward's reputation as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
However, it is not uncommon for players to move clubs in their career, especially those who have achieved great success elsewhere. Messi has already played for some of the world's top clubs, including Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Inter Milan.
Despite his departure from Paris Saint-Germain, Messi remains a highly sought-after player in the world of football. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including five Ballon d'Or awards, which is the highest individual honor in football.
As for his replacement, Paris Saint-Germain will need to find a new star player to replace Messi. The team has already shown interest in several potential replacements, including Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne, Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, and Juventus's Cristiano Ronaldo.
Regardless of who replaces Messi, Paris Saint-Germain will be without one of the most talented and influential players in the history of the sport. However, they will still be a force to be reckoned with on the pitch.