French newspaper L’Equipe has reported that Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has imposed a heavy penalty on Lionel Messi as an example to the rest of the team. The publication claims that Messi’s behavior has led him down a road to a possible summer departure from the club, marking a contrast to his original plan of ending his career with Barcelona. According to Sky Sports, Messi requested permission from PSG authorities to travel to Saudi Arabia for a commercial event on April 30th, but the club refused, citing COVID-19 concerns. However, Messi attended the event regardless because he was an ambassador for Saudi Arabian tourism. PSG reportedly suspended Messi for two games and fined him two weeks’ salary for breaking their rules. L’Equipe praises PSG for taking this drastic action, stating that it sends a message that no one is above the club, including Messi
