Paris Saint-Germain’s Lionel Messi experienced an unexpected turn of events on Sunday when he was subjected to whistles from his own fans before his team’s match against Lyon.

The Argentine footballer bore the brunt of fans’ frustrations, who jeered when his name appeared before kick-off. Despite Messi’s prolific form in front of goal, his team has struggled in 2023, falling to their seventh defeat of the year.

Lionel Messi to Barcelona?

This reaction is far removed from the adulation he received with his former club Barcelona, where he spent 21 years of his professional career. During his time at Barcelona, Messi established himself as one of the greatest footballers of all time, winning ten La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey titles, and four UEFA Champions League titles. He also received the Ballon d’Or award, which is awarded to the best player in the world, a record seven times.

In 2021, Messi left Barcelona and signed for Paris Saint-Germain on a two-year deal, where he joined fellow superstars Neymar and Kylian Mbappé. However, despite the high expectations, PSG has struggled to find their form in the 2022-2023 season, falling behind in the Ligue 1 title race and being knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by Manchester United.

Lionel Messi one of the gifted

Messi’s future at PSG remains uncertain, with rumors of a return to Barcelona continuing to circulate. Despite his recent struggles, Messi remains one of the most gifted and decorated footballers in history, and his impact on the sport will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come.