Messi, soon facing his old club? Donnarumma, interviewed after the qualification of PSG, lets a sentence that intrigue.
PSG has done the job. By dominating Seattle Sounders (2-0), the Parisians validated their ticket for the knockout stages of the Club World Cup. From now on, all eyes are turned to the poster that could follow: a shock against Inter Miami by Lionel Messi. This possibility, which will depend on the result of the Florida club against Palmeiras, leaves no one indifferent in the Parisian camp. Gianluigi Donnarumma was the first to publicly evoke this scenario. And his post-match statement, tinged with a bit of irony, sowed trouble …
Donnarumma: A benevolent wink to Messi
Finally, no provocation. Just nostalgia. Questioned by DAZNthe Italian porter warmly praised his former teammate: “Leo is a great friend, he is the greatest player in the world. We had the chance to play with him, it was two fantastic years for me. If Inter Miami qualifies, Donnarumma will have the opportunity to meet Messi, this time as an opponent. But behind courtesy, a message: “Now, the team has to win. Friendship will not prevent competition.
Donnarumma evokes reunion with Messi
Luis Enrique was satisfied with the qualification, while highlighting the game conditions: “The state of the lawn is not like in Europe, it is difficult to play with the fluidity you want. »» Regarding Dembélé, the Spanish technician has remained evasive: “It has improved a lot. We will play on the 29th, and if Ousmane recovered, it's even better. »» The Parisian staff remains cautious, but optimistic.
In the Parisian locker room, concentration remains intact. Hakimi underlined “The difficulty of the tournament” And the need to “stay focused from start to finish”. Man of the match against Seattle, he recognized fatigue but promises : “We are ready. »» For his part, Joao Neves paid tribute to Luis Enrique, who “Gives us confidence and wants us to play football”. PSG advances, seriously, but an eye already riveted on a possible legendary poster against Messi.
