David Squires illustrates Lionel Messi following his Argentina international retirement

Cartoonist David Squires has released a new work exploring the post-retirement life of Lionel Messi. The piece imagines how the forward spends his time after concluding his career with the Argentina national team. The work serves as a reflection on the transition period for one of the most prominent figures in professional soccer. This release arrives alongside the promotion of the cartoonist's recent book, Chaos in the Box. The caricature provides a satirical look at the adjustment from international competition to personal life. The imagery is part of a series detailing the career trajectory of elite athletes moving away from the global stage.

• 9:23 AMThe Guardian Sport — David Squires on … Lionel Messi enjoying his true passion after Argentina retirement