Lionel Messi continues to be scrutinised by the world's media. Given the fact that the Argentine forward has been recently accused of tax dodging and his well-deserved status as a global star, it seems inevitable that the public wants to find out every tiny detail about any developments -- no major surprises here.
What I find unacceptable is how a huge majority of the Madrid-based media seem to be using the situation as a golden opportunity to trash the quadruple Ballon d'Or winner's reputation. Spanish press and television seem to be making a conscious effort to publicise the story to a point at which, quite frankly, one would think that they are referring to a dangerous serial killer rather than a humble 25-year-old man who kicks a football for a living.
Jorge Messi, Lionel's dad, explained: "What they are doing to Leo is very cruel. We are annoyed that some media are organising a campaign of hate and lies about him. We are also calm because we have always paid what we needed to. I can assure you that he pays 8-digit amounts of tax every year."
Personally, I trust the player was unaware of the situation, but that is something the relevant authorities have to investigate.
Having said that, I would like this unsavoury chapter solved as soon as possible. If Messi is found guilty of wrongdoing and needs to pay, just tell him how much so he can put this distasteful episode behind him.
The sooner we start focusing on Messi's achievements on the pitch, the better.
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