Soccer-Messi heads to Paris and, in Rosario, a dream dies for now


  • Football
  • Wednesday, 11 Aug 2021

Soccer Football - Lionel Messi arrives in Paris to join Paris St Germain - Paris-Le Bourget Airport, Paris, France - August 10, 2021 Lionel Messi waves as he arrives in Paris REUTERS/Yves Herman

BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Lionel Messi is joining Paris St Germain and in one corner of Argentina, the dream has died, at least for now.

Messi grew up in Rosario supporting local club Newell’s Old Boys and every time there is speculation over his future the name Newell’s is mentioned as a possible destination.

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