Lionel Messi heavily booed for PSG as Kim Kardashian ‘curse’ strikes again vs Rennes

Lionel Messi was booed by PSG fans ahead of the Ligue 1 champions’ encounter with Rennes as Kim Kardashian took in her second game of the week.

Lionel Messi was booed by PSG fans ahead of the Ligue 1 champions’ clash with Rennes before the Kim Kardashian ‘curse’ struck again. The influencer was present at the Emirates as Arsenal were knocked out the Europa League by Sporting Lisbon on Thursday and she witnessed another upset as the Parisians were beaten 2-0 at home

Messi’s future is currently the subject of intense speculation with his contract at PSG expiring at the end of the season. He has been linked with a host of clubs including Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal, MLS team Inter Miami and an emotional return to Barcelona.

The 35-year-old’s situation at PSG took a further turn this week with some reports suggesting that Messi had left training early on Tuesday after falling out with manager Christophe Galtier. The stories have been vehemently denied by the Argentine’s father and agent, Jorge, but it appears they have still had an effect on PSG supporters.

Loud boos could be heard at the Parc des Princes when his name was read out ahead of the encounter with Rennes. It was a marked change to the reception that greeted Kylian Mbappe with the French talisman receiving a large round of cheers and applause.