“PSG Fans in Turmoil as Coach Christophe Galtier Refuses to Comment on Lionel Messi’s Suspension”

The heated mood in the PSG fans’ camp is not only causing worry lines on the trainer’s forehead. Galtier was unable to say whether Lionel Messi will wear the jersey of the French champions again.

Paris – Coach Christophe Galtier does not want to comment on the suspension of soccer world champion Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain. He was informed about the measure by the club management at the beginning of the week. “I have decided not to comment on the decision,” Galtier said on Friday at a PSG press conference ahead of Sunday’s league game against Troyes, stressing he was an employee of the club.

Messi will be absent in Troyes, he is not allowed to play or train for two weeks after an allegedly unregistered short trip with the family as a tourism ambassador to Saudi Arabia. The 35-year-old does not get a salary during this time either. Messi has still not commented on the penalty.

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Virtually no one expects Messi to stay at PSG after this season, his contract expires on June 30. He moved from FC Barcelona to Paris two years ago, after more than 20 years with the Catalans, the heavily indebted club could no longer afford the superstar.

There is now speculation that Messi will return to Barça. But he is also said to have received an immense offer from Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia. Major League Soccer in the USA is also interested in the seven-time world footballer.

The question at the moment is also whether Messi will ever return to PSG for the remaining games. “We’ll see what happens,” Galtier said. “There will certainly be talks with the entire club, but also with Leo, who is the first to be affected.” Galtier emphasized once again that he did not make the decision to suspend.

security measures increased

Galtier meanwhile showed understanding for the anger and annoyance of the PSG fans, including their recent protest in front of the club’s office. However, he does not accept that fans would gather in front of players’ houses. Supporters of the club had expressed their displeasure in front of the still injured superstar Neymar, whose possible departure well before the end of his contract is now also speculated. Because of this and because of insults against Messi and Marco Verratti, PSG have increased security measures. Society is getting crazier and more uncontrollable, says 56-year-old Galtier. “We must be careful.” (APA, dpa, TT.com)