He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time.
And Lionel Messi was a man in high demand as he was mobbed by fans on the beach while on holiday in Formentera in Spain.
The Argentina captain, 35, was joined by fellow footballers Luis Suarez and Cesc Fabregas on the trip.
Vacation: Lionel Messi was a wanted man as he was mobbed by fans on the beach while on vacation in Formentera in Spain alongside Cesc Formentera
Lionel appeared in high spirits as he was surrounded by fans who took photos and received hugs from the star.
The footballer chatted with several bikini-clad beachgoers as he soaked up the sun on the Spanish island.
Lionel cut a relaxed figure for the outing wearing a black tank top and red shorts.
The athlete showed off his chiseled physique as he went shirtless on a boat trip with his pals and their kids.
Fun in the sun: Lionel appeared in high spirits as he was surrounded by fans who took photos and received hugs from the star.
The footballer, who has been enjoying a European vacation for a few weeks, also went on a trip on a dull with his pals
Relaxed: Lionel cut a relaxed figure for the outing as he wore a black tank top and red shorts
Lionel and the group were spotted splashing in the water and bathing as they made the most of their sunny trip.
The footballer, who has been enjoying a European vacation for a few weeks, also went on a trip on a dull with his buddies.
Lionel was also joined by his wife Antonela Roccuzzo on the trip with their children Thiago, 9, Mateo, 6 and Ciro, 4.
It comes after more than 5,000 school children sang “Happy Birthday” to Lionel on Saturday in his hometown as he celebrated on a private island with his wife and friends, including former Barcelona team-mate Luis.
Looking good: The athlete showed off his chiseled physique as he was shirtless on a boat trip with his pals
Family: Lionel was also joined by his wife Antonela Roccuzzo on the trip with their children Thiago, 9, Mateo, 6 and Ciro, 4
Pals: Lionel was also joined by close friend and fellow player Cesc Fabregas
Youngsters from a youth orchestra from the Argentinian city of Rosario led the way with the beautiful anniversary tribute at the iconic national flag memorial near the bank of the Paraná River.
The jaw-dropping award was televised on local television, part of a new chapter in a program called Mundo Leo which is dedicated to the football star.
Former Liverpool winger Maxi Rodriguez was among those who appeared on screen to wish Lionel a happy 35th birthday before the children made their voices heard with their emotionally charged display.
The Paris Saint-Germain star turned 35 on Friday, at Sa Ferradura just off the northern coast of Ibiza and celebrated with friends including Suarez and former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Cesc and their partners.
All together now: The football stars were in great company as they let loose on the luxury ship
Causal: Cesc wore a navy polo shirt and a pair of bright green shorts
Dedication: The jaw-dropping accolade was televised on local television, part of a new chapter in a program called Mundo Leo which is dedicated to the soccer star
Celebration: The Paris Saint-Germain star turned 35 on Friday, at Sa Ferradura, just off the northern coast of Ibiza and celebrated with friends
Luxury: Messi, his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their three children were staying in a £250,000-a-week six-bed mansion on the island with Fabregas and his wife Daniella Semaan
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