Lionel Andrés Messi has earned his place within sporting history as possibly the greatest footballer ever. Every move that the six-time Ballon d'Or winner makes both on and off the field creates a ripple effect within the world of soccer. August of this year saw Messi sign a two-year contract with Qatar-owned Paris Saint-Germain FC. According to Mohit Mirchandani, the acquisition was a game-changer for the French club.