Tomorrow, Monday, Paris Saint-Germain will face Vannes from the fourth division in the round of 16 of the French Cup. Then Lionel Messi is missing.
The Argentine has tested positive for covid-19, PSG announces on its official website. Juan Bernat, Sergio Rico and Nathan Bitumazala have done the same. The players are currently isolated and following the health protocols, the club writes.
Neymar, another of PSG’s big stars, continues his treatment in Brazil with PSG staff on site. The brass is expected to return to training in three weeks, the Ligue 1 leader announces.
Messi, 34, has scored six goals and five assists for PSG after the high-profile move from Barcelona this summer. After an injured start to the season, the forward has played 90 minutes in the last six league matches. The big favorite PSG tops French Ligue 1 with a 13 point margin after half the season.
The medical point before #VOCPSG @Wait
– Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) January 2, 2022
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