Lionel Messi set to begin a new chapter in his illustrious career at PSG

Lionel Messi, pictured waving after arriving at Le Bourget airport, will be formally presented as a Paris St Germain player on Wednesday

Lionel Messi will be formally presented as a Paris St Germain player later on Wednesday as he opens a new chapter in his illustrious career.

On Tuesday, the Ligue 1 club announced a press conference for 10am BST and while they did not disclose the identity of those who would be present, events later in the day ensured there was little mystery over what lies ahead.