Was Messi’s Ban Really Necessary? A Closer Look at PSG’s Decision

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Messi’s Ban Really Necessary, the star forward of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has been suspended by the club for two weeks for making an unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia. While the club may have its reasons for imposing the ban, it can be argued that it isn’t necessary, and here’s why.

Firstly, it’s important to note that Messi’s trip to Saudi Arabia was for a commercial contract with the country to promote tourism. This means that he had a legitimate reason to travel and that he wasn’t simply jetting off for personal reasons. It’s understandable that the club would want its players to prioritize training and matches over other commitments, but it’s also important to acknowledge that players have personal and professional commitments outside of football.

Secondly, PSG’s decision to not renew Messi’s contract reportedly came before the incident, indicating that it may not be solely based on his unauthorized trip. It’s also worth noting that Messi’s contract had an optional third-season clause, which the club officials have decided not to activate. While the club may have its reasons for this decision, it doesn’t necessarily mean that Messi’s ban is justified.

Thirdly, the ban comes at a critical time for PSG, as they are hoping to extend Messi’s contract beyond this season. While it’s important for the club to maintain discipline and order within the team, the ban could potentially harm their chances of retaining one of the world’s best players.

Finally, it’s important to consider Messi’s contribution to the team. He has scored 15 league goals and leads the French league with 15 assists, and missing him for two crucial matches could potentially harm PSG’s chances of winning the title this season.

In conclusion, while PSG may have its reasons for suspending Lionel Messi, it can be argued that the ban isn’t necessary. Messi had a legitimate reason for traveling to Saudi Arabia, and PSG’s decision to not renew his contract reportedly came before the incident. The ban also comes at a critical time for the club, and missing Messi for two crucial matches could potentially harm their chances of winning the title. As such, it may be in the club’s best interest to reconsider their decision and reinstate Messi to the team.

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By Gabbie Odonkor Chief Executive Officer
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Gabriel Djabatey Odonkor , known professionally as Gabbie Odonkor, is a Ghanaian Sports blogger, freelance journalist, and reporter. He founded 4pmghsports.com, a sports website and blog that primarily publishes news about sports.
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