It was said that he earns over three million euros to protect Messi - the Argentine's bodyguard denies the rumors amid calls for help in the profession

Lionel Messi's bodyguard, Yassine Chueko, has spoken out about the challenges he faces in his role, criticising the lack of professionalism among stadium security staff and calling for greater vigilance to ensure the safety of players and fans.

In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Chueko highlighted the difficulties he faces due to inattentive security personnel and emphasized his unwavering dedication to duty.

Yassine Chueko began by expressing his gratitude to the security teams in Honduras and Peru for their professionalism, describing their assistance as invaluable. However, he also pointed out a widespread issue he has observed in many stadiums: “security staff were not staying focused on their duties.”

"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the stadium security teams in Honduras and Peru for their professionalism and assistance, which have been truly invaluable to me. It is not my job to apprehend fans who enter the field."

"This is the responsibility of the stadium security staff. But let's be honest: most of them – and I emphasize most, without generalizing – are not fully focused on their duties. Instead of ensuring security, they are more busy watching the game or taking photos and videos. And because they are not paying attention, I made the decision, on my own initiative, to intervene and handle the situation in the event of an intervention."

"Please, gentlemen of the security staff, I ask you with all the respect and seriousness you deserve: stay vigilant. Do the job you were paid to do. The safety of the stadium, the players and the fans depends on you. I will always be there to support you, always ready to intervene when necessary. But if you do not do your part, this mission becomes too difficult for me to handle alone," he added.

Yassine Chueko further addressed misconceptions about his salary and status, refuting claims that he earns millions.

"I am not a celebrity and I have no ego. I do not earn 3 million euros a year, as some media may claim. I am simply a worker, like millions of others, who gives his best every day to carry out my mission with dedication and honor. My role is to ensure the safety of the people I work with and not to hurt any fans and for this, I am ready to do whatever it takes," he continued.

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"I'm ready to run across the field in sneakers. To fall face down in front of thousands of people. To be tackled, pushed, humiliated if necessary. None of this matters to me. Because my image doesn't matter – only my mission matters."

“And if one day I have to give my life to fulfill my duty, I will do it without hesitation. Because beyond what others think, beyond the efforts, beyond the sacrifices – what truly defines me is my commitment. My purpose. Thank you all. Take care. May God bless you and protect you, because He is the true protector,” Cheuko added. /Telegraph/