Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonella Roccuzzo, enjoyed a romantic evening in Paris, marked by a sweet kiss in front of the Eiffel Tower. Dressed warmly in a long coat and turtleneck sweater, Messi looked snug for their upscale date night, while Antonela complemented him in a stylish black dress and heels. The couple relaxed at the luxurious Shangri-La hotel, and Antonella shared their enchanting moments on Instagram, including a video showcasing their fine dining experience.

Since relocating from Barcelona to Paris last summer, the couple has been exploring their new surroundings. Messi’s move to Paris Saint-Germain came after financial difficulties at Barcelona prevented the club from renewing his contract, despite his desire to stay. He had been with Barca since joining their famed La Masia academy in 2000.

While the romantic photos highlight their new life, recent allegations in a book titled Unsinkable Messi suggest that Messi had a challenging time during his years at Barcelona. Author Alexandre Julliard claims that Messi was “difficult to work with” and would sulk if he wasn’t in the starting lineup. The book also notes communication struggles between Messi and the coaching staff.

Since joining PSG, Messi has yet to replicate the success he enjoyed in Spain, where he won 10 league titles. Although he hasn’t scored in Ligue 1 yet, he has found the net three times in European competitions since his high-profile transfer.