Lionel Messi could have his ethics bonus withdrawn due to the suspension imposed on him by Paris Saint-Germain this week, for his unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia.
Tuesday evening, when he had not necessarily been used to so much firmness, Paris Saint-Germain QSI version took everyone by surprise by deciding to impose a two-week suspension on Lionel Messi. What no other club had ever dared to do. The reason? The Argentinian striker allowed himself to miss the first training session of the week on Monday, the day after a defeat (1-3) against Lorient at home.
The seven-time Ballon d’Or took a short trip to Saudi Arabia, where he was expected to honor his contract with the kingdom’s tourist office, without having previously obtained the agreement of the capital club.
Radio silence in the entourage of Messi
This first prank taints the Parisian balance sheet of the world champion, especially since he is deprived of matches, training and salary during these fifteen days of suspension. Paris Saint-Germain has initiated a classic disciplinary procedure, after what it describes as a breach on the part of an employee, moreover without any authorization.
Before launching this procedure, PSG informed the Legal Committee of the Professional Football League, thus ensuring that it was in compliance with the regulations. For the time being, no instructions have been issued against him, but if Lionel Messi or his lawyer expresses a disagreement, all parties will be heard quickly.
This contradictory debate will allow the legal commission of the LFP to ratify or not the 15 days of suspension of the player. The body could also see the retention of the ethics bonus that Lionel Messi would normally receive in the event of good behavior throughout the season. It all depends on the principal concerned. Contacted by RMC Sport, his entourage did not wish to comment.