Argentine world cup winner Lionel Messi has been offered the number 7 shirt by Manchester United if he considers signing for the English side this summer.
El Nacional said, “the Argentine star is being targeted by the Red Devils for a blockbuster summer move”.
The report also revealed that if the 2022 World Cup winner makes a move to Old Trafford, the 7-time Ballon d’Or winner could inherit Ronaldo’s legendary number seven jersey at Old Trafford.
There have been widespread reports suggesting that Messi could leave France in the transfer window. Manchester United amidst other clubs has become the latest name to be linked with the PSG man.
In his last two games with PSG, he has been the target of whistles from the France capital club’s faithful.
Messi has also been connected to a move in the Arab world, with Al Hilal willing to throw around more than €400m yearly for him.
On Tuesday, Fabrizo Romano, a popular football analyst on Twitter said, “Understand Al Hilal sent an official bid to Leo Messi: salary worth more than €400m/year.
“◉ Leo’s absolute priority: continue in Europe.
“◉ Barcelona, waiting on FFP to send bid and open talks.
“◉ PSG bid, not accepted at this stage as Messi wanted sporting guarantees.” The statement read.
Some football fans however, have doubted the ability of a Messi to perform in the Arab league.
KALYJAY replying to Fabrizo said, “I dare him to perform in Saudi Arabia”
On the contrary,, #P. LyNx, another Twitter user believes Messi won’t leave European football.
“He’s not finished in Europe yet, unlike Baba Tunde who was rejected by all the teams in Europe😂😂.” he said.
News About Nigeria had also gathered that Lionel Messi may consider Paris Saint-Germain future amid €400m-per-year Saudi Arabia offer from Al Hilal.
