Video Shows Wholesome Conversation Between PSG Stars Neymar and Messi

• Lionel Messi's return to Paris Saint-Germain was greeted with fanfare by his team
• He returned to Paris as a world champion after helping Argentina dethrone France
• The 35-year-old Argentinian veteran could return to action for PSG on January 11

Lionel Messi reunited with his Paris Saint-Germain teammates on Wednesday morning, following his long break after the 2022 World Cup.

The Argentine captain was treated to a special reception by his teammates and staff of the club, who gave him a heart-melting guard of honour.

Among the many who showed Messi respect after achieving world glory was Neymar, who could not hide his joy at reuniting with his best pal.

Neymar and Messi's bromance dates back to their time at FC Barcelona, which has only gotten stronger to date.

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The Brazilian forward was the first to greet the Argentine on his arrival. The duo were captured in a heartwarming moment at PSG's training centre.

In the video making the rounds on the internet, seen by Sports Brief, a visibly delighted Neymar approached Messi wearing a big smile.

He asked Messi, who led Argentina's World Cup charge: "How is the world champion?" before the duo shared a warm embrace, much to the admiration of the remaining PSG staff, the Indian Express notes.

What is next for PSG?

Messi would have to wait realistically until January 11 to continue his bromance with Neymar on the field, when PSG hosts Angers in a Ligue 1 fixture, per Daily Mail.

Messi pens 'thank you' message

Messi penned a touching message of appreciation to Paris Saint-Germain players and staff, after their awesome gesture to him.

The superstar, who guided Argentina to their first World Cup title since 1986, returned to training with the French club on Wednesday morning.

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Overwhelmed by the unfettered love shown to him, Messi took to the photo-sharing app Instagram to express his gratitude.

Messi lifts 'fake' World Cup

Sports Brief earlier reported that the World Cup trophy Messi lifted, in the most-liked Instagram post in history, was reportedly a fake.

Messi had a dream World Cup campaign with Argentina during the 2022 edition in Qatar, as he helped the South Americans lift the trophy for the first time since 1986.

According to Goal, the trophy held by the star forward was actually a replica made by La Albiceleste fans that ended up on the pitch.