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Lionel Messi's arrival in Paris has unsurprisingly got PSG supporters just a little bit excited.

The Barcelona legend received a spine-tingling reception at the Parc des Princes after his official unveiling on Wednesday morning.

Messi was given an incredible reception by PSG supporters on Wednesday
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Messi was given an incredible reception by PSG supporters on WednesdayCredit: Getty
Flares were set off and fans waved flags as they gave their new man a welcoming he will never forget
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Flares were set off and fans waved flags as they gave their new man a welcoming he will never forgetCredit: Getty
The PSG faithful couldn't hide their delight at Messi signing on the dotted line
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The PSG faithful couldn't hide their delight at Messi signing on the dotted lineCredit: Getty
Jubilant supporters chanted Messi's name
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Jubilant supporters chanted Messi's nameCredit: Getty

The 34-year-old officially completed his move to the Ligue 1 giants on Tuesday night following his shock departure from Barcelona.

And the Argentina superstar, who has penned an initial two-year deal, was most certainly felt welcome as swarmed of supporters greeted him.

Flags were waved and flares were set off as Messi made his way to the podium to address supporters.

The fan mania doesn't look like stopping anytime soon, with 'Messi 30' jerseys selling out online inside just 30 minutes online.

The scenes were quite simply something else
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The scenes were quite simply something elseCredit: AFP
It will be another story for the Argentina superstar to tell his grandkids one day
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It will be another story for the Argentina superstar to tell his grandkids one dayCredit: AFP
Messi has signed a two-year deal at the Parc des Princes, with the option of an extra year
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Messi has signed a two-year deal at the Parc des Princes, with the option of an extra yearCredit: AFP

That led to insane queues outside the club's official shop as thousands of fans flooded the streets of the French capital.

On his arrival at PSG, Messi said: “I am very happy. You all know about my exit from Barcelona and it has been a very hard moment after so many years. It was a difficult change after so long a time.

“But the moment I arrived here I felt very happy and I really want to begin the training sessions, I want it to be quick.

“My only will now is to begin the training sessions, I want to work with the staff and teammates and begin this new moment of my life."

You get the sense PSG fans have been enjoying themselves over the last few days...
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You get the sense PSG fans have been enjoying themselves over the last few days...Credit: Getty
Thousands of supporters gathered outside the Parc des Princes to get a glimpse of the star
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Thousands of supporters gathered outside the Parc des Princes to get a glimpse of the starCredit: GETTY
Messi has vowed to bring more silverware to PSG
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Messi has vowed to bring more silverware to PSGCredit: Getty

Messi, who departed Barca after a glorious 21-year stint, is desperate to add to his already incredible trophy collection in France.

He added: “I have this will to play. I am really impatient, I still want to win, as I did the first moment of my career.

“I feel this club is ready to fight for all the trophies. This is my goal, I want to keep growing and keep winning titles and that is why I came to this club.

“I really hope we can make it happen.”

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