Messi’s father dismisses Saudi links

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Lionel Messi has not “signed or agreed” a deal to play in Saudi Arabia next season, the Argentine’s father said after reports on Tuesday linked the Paris St Germain (PSG) forward with a move to the Middle East.

Messi’s future at PSG has been the subject of much speculation in recent days after the Ligue 1 side suspended him for making a trip to Saudi Arabia and missing a training session as a result.

On Tuesday, French media reported that Messi’s move to Saudi Arabia was a “done deal”, adding that the 35-year-old was in the process of finaliZing details before signing a contract.

“There is absolutely nothing with any club for next year. The decision will never be made before Lionel finishes the league (season) with PSG,” Messi’s father Jorge said in a statement on Instagram.