ISTANBUL

Following his tearful departure from Barcelona, Argentine superstar Lionel Messi arrived in the French capital Tuesday to ink his contract with Paris Saint-Germain.

Wearing a t-shirt bearing the words "This is Paris," Messi waved to fans after landing at Le Bourget Airport.

The Parisian club confirmed on social media that they would unveil him at a press conference at Parc des Princes Stadium on Wednesday at 11 a.m. (0900GMT).

After his senior debut in Barcelona in 2004, Messi led the Spanish club in capturing 10 La Liga and four UEFA Champions League titles.

The six-time Ballon d'Or holder also claimed seven Copa del Reys, eight Spanish Super Cups, three FIFA Club World Cups, and three UEFA Super Cups.

Messi, 34, is also Barcelona's all-time top scorer with 682 goals.