Under-fire Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu and the rest of the club's board RESIGN immediately
4 years, 2 months ago

Under-fire Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu and the rest of the club's board RESIGN immediately

Daily Mail  

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has handed in his resignation at the LaLiga club. Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has handed in his resignation The president resigned along with other Barcelona directors in a meeting on Tuesday Now Messi's chances of staying at Barcelona have risen dramatically following Bartomeu's departure. Bartomeu fell out with Barcelona captain Lionel Messi this year, who nearly left Barca Bartomeu was also criticised over the I3 Ventures scandal, which has allegedly seen Barcelona chief Jaume Masferrer lead a social media project alongside the LaLiga club to damage the reputations of figures such as Gerard Pique, Messi and the Argentinian star's wife. Bartomeu was also criticised over a social media scandal that criticised Barcelona's big stars 'Then you see that, in future actions, the person in charge of hiring these services is still working at the club.'

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Messi ‘could not’ currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss Tebas
1 year, 8 months ago

Messi ‘could not’ currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss Tebas

The Hindu  

Barcelona would not be able to resign Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain in its current financial situation, La Liga president Javier Tebas said on Wednesday. Messi, 35, is expected to leave PSG at the end of the season and has been heavily linked with a return to the Camp Nou, with Barca striker Robert Lewandowski saying he hopes to play …

Barcelona call on La Liga president Javier Tebas to resign over alleged false evidence
1 year, 9 months ago

Barcelona call on La Liga president Javier Tebas to resign over alleged false evidence

New York Times  

Barcelona called on La Liga president Javier Tebas to resign as they accused him of providing false evidence to public prosecutors who have already charged the club with corruption. The statement read: “Given the gravity of the information that has appeared today in La Vanguardia in which the La Liga president Javier Tebas is linked to the presentation of false …

Is Lionel Messi coming back to FC Barcelona?
1 year, 10 months ago

Is Lionel Messi coming back to FC Barcelona?

Live Mint  

Rumours abound over Lionel Messi's future, which is still up in the air. According to Sport, a Spanish website that referenced Catalunya Radio in its article, Jorge Messi had a meeting with Joan Laporte, president of FC Barcelona, last week. According to the Spanish publications, Laporte has long been prepared to welcome La Pulga back to Barcelona, and there may …

Lionel Messi and his father tell Barcelona president Joan Laporta to stop talking of a return
2 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi and his father tell Barcelona president Joan Laporta to stop talking of a return

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi and his father have told Barcelona president Joan Laporta to stop talking of a return to the club for the Argentine superstar after growing irritated by his continued comments. Messi joined Paris St Germain last summer after Barcelona failed to fall in line with La Liga financial regulations making it impossible to reach a contract agreement. Lionel Messi …

Barcelona accuse former president Josep Bartomeu of 'serious criminal behaviour'
2 years, 11 months ago

Barcelona accuse former president Josep Bartomeu of 'serious criminal behaviour'

Firstpost  

The findings of the report prompted the club to file a complaint with the prosecutor’s office in Barcelona last week. Barcelona: Barcelona’s previous board, led by former president Josep Maria Bartomeu, showed “very serious criminal behaviour”, a lawyer hired by the club said on Tuesday. At the presentation of the club’s ‘forensic report’ into the financial management of Barca under …

LaLiga: Barcelona to shine light on financial meltdown under former president Josep Bartomeu
2 years, 11 months ago

LaLiga: Barcelona to shine light on financial meltdown under former president Josep Bartomeu

Firstpost  

Barcelona’s report was initiated after the club’s general director, Ferran Reverter, announced the results of an internal audit in October. Barcelona president Joan Laporta will present the results of a club investigation into financial mismanagement under the previous board on Tuesday, with former president Josep Maria Bartomeu expected to be in the firing line. The findings of the ‘forensic report’ …

Real Madrid president denies playing role in Lionel Messi's departure
3 years, 5 months ago

Real Madrid president denies playing role in Lionel Messi's departure

India TV News  

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez denied having played a role in Lionel Messi’s departure from Barcelona. Pérez on Wednesday released a statement denying any connection with Messi’s departure after being linked to it by a former Barcelona official who resigned because of the club’s failure to keep the star player. Pérez asked Jaume Llopis to issue a retraction for saying …

Lionel Messi's breakdown while announcing Barcelona exit leaves football fans in tears
3 years, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi's breakdown while announcing Barcelona exit leaves football fans in tears

India TV News  

Lionel Messi's incredible 17-season career at Barcelona appears to have come to an end. Barcelona fans and football fans around the world took to social media platforms to express their sadness. Barcelona announced it could not keep its greatest player because it wasn’t able to fit a new contract within the Spanish league’s financial fair-play regulations. The Argentina star had …

LaLiga: 'We couldn't accommodate Lionel Messi’s contract', says Barcelona president Joan Laporta
3 years, 5 months ago

LaLiga: 'We couldn't accommodate Lionel Messi’s contract', says Barcelona president Joan Laporta

Firstpost  

In a dramatic news conference, Laporta said he was not prepared “to put the club at risk” by renewing Messi’s contract, with Barca facing huge financial problems ahead of the start of La Liga. Barcelona: Lionel Messi’s Barcelona career has come to an end because the cash-strapped Spanish club cannot afford to keep the Argentinian superstar, club president Joan Laporta …

Club above everything- Joan Laporta on not being able to resign Lionel Messi
3 years, 5 months ago

Club above everything- Joan Laporta on not being able to resign Lionel Messi

The Hindu  

FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta said on Friday that the club was unable to re-sign Lionel Messi as it had no margin to pay more under La Liga's Financial Fair Play rules. Laporta said that the club had agreed two deals with Messi, firstly a two-year deal made payable over five, and then a five-year deal. The Barca chief also …

Messi to leave Barcelona due to ‘financial, structural obstacles’
3 years, 5 months ago

Messi to leave Barcelona due to ‘financial, structural obstacles’

Al Jazeera  

Striker to leave Spanish club despite both parties having reached an agreement over a new contract. Lionel Messi will leave Barcelona despite both parties reaching an agreement over a new contract, the La Liga club said on Thursday, citing economic and structural obstacles to the renewal of the deal. “Although an agreement has been reached between FC Barcelona and Leo …

Lionel Messi will stay at Barcelona, says president, after moment of genius seals Copa del Rey
3 years, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi will stay at Barcelona, says president, after moment of genius seals Copa del Rey

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Barcelona president Joan Laporta said he was very …

Joan Laporta warns Lionel Messi will quit Barcelona if he's not elected president
3 years, 10 months ago

Joan Laporta warns Lionel Messi will quit Barcelona if he's not elected president

Daily Mail  

Barcelona presidential candidate Joan Laporta has issued a stark warning to the club's members, insisting Lionel Messi will leave the club if he is not elected. Joan Laporta has warned Barcelona members Lionel Messi will leave if he is not elected Laporta is favourite to replace Josep Bartomeu as Barcelona president in elections this week Messi and Laporta enjoyed a …

Detained ex-Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu released after appearing before judge
3 years, 10 months ago

Detained ex-Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu released after appearing before judge

Firstpost  

Barcelona: Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu was conditionally released on Tuesday after appearing before a judge looking into last year’s “Barcagate” scandal, just days before the club holds presidential elections. Emili Rousaud, who resigned as Barcelona vice-president in March last year, said in an interview with RAC1 at the time: “If the auditors tell us the cost of these …

Police detain former Barcelona president in search operation
3 years, 10 months ago

Police detain former Barcelona president in search operation

Associated Press  

MADRID — Catalan police arrested four people — including former president Josep Maria Bartomeu — after raiding Barcelona’s stadium on Monday in a search and seizure operation, adding to the club’s turmoil less than a week before it holds presidential elections. “Facing what happened today with the raids at the club’s headquarters and the detentions of Barça’s ex-president Josep Maria …

Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu among officials arrested after raid at club’s offices
3 years, 10 months ago

Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu among officials arrested after raid at club’s offices

Firstpost  

Barcelona: Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu was arrested on Monday as part of a police investigation into last year’s ‘Barcagate’ scandal, a source with knowledge of the case told AFP. Barcelona’s current chief executive Oscar Grau, head of legal services Roma Gomez Ponti and Bartomeu’s advisor Jaume Masferrer were also arrested by Catalan police, who searched the club’s offices …

Former Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu arrested after club offices raided
3 years, 10 months ago

Former Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu arrested after club offices raided

The Hindu  

Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu was arrested on Monday after Catalan police officers searched the La Liga club's offices. A regional police spokeswoman confirmed several arrests had been made following an investigation by the force's financial crimes unit, without confirming the number of arrests made or their identities. Spanish radio station Cadena Ser said Bartomeu, the club's president between …

Lionel Messi 'much more open to STAYING at Barcelona'
3 years, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi 'much more open to STAYING at Barcelona'

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi could be convinced to stay at Barcelona despite reports having linked him with a move away from the Nou Camp in the summer. Messi's desperation to leave the Nou Camp came following a breakdown in his relationship with the club's board and former president Josep Bartomeu. Lionel Messi could be convinced to stay at Barcelona once the club …

Koeman not worried about Barca future after board's resignation - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Koeman not worried about Barca future after board's resignation - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu's resignation has not left coach Ronald Koeman fearing for his job. Yet despite a promising start Barca has lost its last two league games and go into Saturday's meeting with Alaves trailing Real Madrid, which won El Clasico 3-1 last week, by six points. I know that from now onwards the candidates will talk about …

New era at Camp Nou brings hope, but no quick fix for Barcelona and Lionel Messi
4 years, 2 months ago

New era at Camp Nou brings hope, but no quick fix for Barcelona and Lionel Messi

Firstpost  

Barcelona toasted the resignation of Josep Maria Bartomeu as president on Tuesday by beating Juventus 24 hours later in the Champions League. Madrid: Ronald Koeman threw his arms around Lionel Messi and in that moment all seemed well again, Barcelona toasting the resignation of Josep Maria Bartomeu as president on Tuesday by beating Juventus 24 hours later. “This was our …

Barcelona names acting president after Bartomeu resignation - Sports News
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona names acting president after Bartomeu resignation - Sports News

The Hindu  

Barcelona named Carles Tusquets as its acting president on Wednesday, a day after Josep Maria Bartomeu resigned in order to avoid facing a vote of no confidence. Barca said in a statement that Tusquets, the chairman of the club's economic commission, would lead the acting board of directors, comprising seven other people, until a new president and board is elected. …

Barcelona agrees to join European Super League, says Bartomeu
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona agrees to join European Super League, says Bartomeu

The Hindu  

Barcelona has accepted a proposal to join a new European Super League, a move that would secure the club's financial future, Josep Maria Bartomeu said after resigning as president on Tuesday. READ | ", the board of directors approved the requirements to participate in a future European Super League, a project promoted by the big clubs in Europe." Last week, …

LaLiga: Josep Bartomeu announces resignation as Barcelona president, drops European Super League bombshell
4 years, 2 months ago

LaLiga: Josep Bartomeu announces resignation as Barcelona president, drops European Super League bombshell

Firstpost  

Bartomeu said he accepted a proposal on Monday for Barcelona to play in “a future European Super League” which “would guarantee the financial stability of the club”. Madrid: Josep Maria Bartomeu resigned as Barcelona president on Tuesday, along with his board of directors, and left with a bombshell admission that he had accepted a proposal for the club to play …

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu resigns after Messi row
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu resigns after Messi row

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu resigned from the club on Tuesday ahead of a vote of no confidence that was due to be held next month after some 20,000 fans signed a petition demanding that he step down. Bartomeu, 57, has been facing growing resentment in the last year due to the club's worsening finances and the team's decline on …

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu and board of directors resign
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu and board of directors resign

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has submitted his …

Barcelona waits on authorities before vote against Bartomeu - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona waits on authorities before vote against Bartomeu - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Barcelona is waiting for authorisation from local officials before holding a referendum that could lead to the ouster of club president Josep Bartomeu and his board of directors. Club members have called for a motion of censure against Bartomeu and the board, but the club said on Monday it can’t hold the vote until officials authorise it amid the coronavirus …

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu insists the club will 'win a title this season' with Messi
4 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu insists the club will 'win a title this season' with Messi

Daily Mail  

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu claims that the club will 'win a title this season' after he prevented Lionel Messi from leaving the LaLiga side. Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu claims that the club will 'win a title this season' Bartomeu came under fire for the way in which he handled the situation, with hundreds of fans flocking to the Nou Camp …

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu faces vote of no confidence after fan revolt
4 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu faces vote of no confidence after fan revolt

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Barcelona’s president Josep Maria Bartomeu faces a vote …

Lionel Messi lashes out at Barcelona over Suarez departure
4 years, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi lashes out at Barcelona over Suarez departure

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi has launched his latest attack on Barcelona's hierarchy by criticising the way the club treated strike partner Luis Suarez, who left for La Liga rival Atletico Madrid this week. Captain Messi, who threatened to leave Barca last month and recently hit out at president Josep Maria Bartomeu's leadership of the club, said the Uruguayan, the club's third-highest scorer …

Josep Bartomeu wants no more disputes with Lionel Messi - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Josep Bartomeu wants no more disputes with Lionel Messi - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu said he does not wish to have any more disputes with captain Lionel Messi after the Argentinian reluctantly opted to stay at the club this month after failing to force through a move. Messi had complained earlier this month that Bartomeu had not fulfilled a promise to allow him break his contract unilaterally and leave …

We have to congratulate ourselves that Lionel Messi is still with us: Barcelona president
4 years, 3 months ago

We have to congratulate ourselves that Lionel Messi is still with us: Barcelona president

India TV News  

FC Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has urged everyone to look beyond the Lionel Messi transfer saga. Messi, 33, returned to training with Ronald Koeman's new-look Barca side this month after failing to engineer a move away from Camp Nou this summer. "As president, I will not enter into any conflict with Messi," Bartomeu was quoted by ESPNFC as having …

Barcelona club president Josep Bartomeu won't resign after 20,000 vote for board's censure – Firstpost
4 years, 3 months ago

Barcelona club president Josep Bartomeu won't resign after 20,000 vote for board's censure – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Bartomeu and his board are already set to be replaced in a club election in March. But some club members think they should go now after last month’s 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich, a season without titles, and Lionel Messi’s attempt to leave the club. Barcelona, Spain: Barcelona’s embattled club president has no intention of resigning after more than 20,000 …

'Won't Get into Conflict with Him': Barca Chief Bartomeu Does Not Want More Disputes with Lionel Messi
4 years, 3 months ago

'Won't Get into Conflict with Him': Barca Chief Bartomeu Does Not Want More Disputes with Lionel Messi

News 18  

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu said he does not wish to have any more disputes with captain Lionel Messi after the Argentinian reluctantly opted to stay at the club this month after failing to force through a move. He’s our captain and the leader of our team,” Bartomeu told Catalan television network TV3 before the team’s 1-0 friendly win over …

FC Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu to face vote of no confidence
4 years, 3 months ago

FC Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu to face vote of no confidence

India TV News  

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu faces a vote of no confidence after club members on Thursday gathered enough signatures to force a referendum on his future. The opposition members had announced their intention to remove Bartomeu from the presidency after Lionel Messi told the club last month he wanted to leave amid one of its worst crises ever. Pressure on Bartomeu …

Bid to oust Barcelona chief Bartomeu gathers pace - Football news
4 years, 4 months ago

Bid to oust Barcelona chief Bartomeu gathers pace - Football news

The Hindu  

With Lionel Messi's aborted bid to leave Barcelona still raw, club president Josep Maria Bartomeu may be counting his days after a campaign group announced it was racking up signatures in a bid to force a vote of no-confidence in him. 'Mes que una mocio', the group supported by candidates for next year's presidential election, said they had reached 7,500 …

Bid to Oust Barca Chief Bartomeu Gathers Pace as Fallout from Messi Saga Continues
4 years, 4 months ago

Bid to Oust Barca Chief Bartomeu Gathers Pace as Fallout from Messi Saga Continues

News 18  

With Lionel Messi’s aborted bid to leave Barcelona still raw, club president Josep Maria Bartomeu may be counting his days after a campaign group announced they were racking up signatures in a bid to force a vote of no-confidence in him. ‘Mes que una mocio’, the group supported by candidates for next year’s presidential election, said they had reached 7,500 …

Messi hasn’t completely ruled out staying with Barcelona - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 4 months ago

Messi hasn’t completely ruled out staying with Barcelona - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Staying with Barcelona may be an option for Lionel Messi after all. Lionel Messi last week told Barcelona he was invoking a contract clause that allowed him to leave for free at the end of the season, but the club claimed that the clause had expired in June. Neither part made concessions in Wednesday’s meeting in Barcelona, with Jorge Messi …

Messi unlikely to change mind on Barca exit, says presidential candidate
4 years, 4 months ago

Messi unlikely to change mind on Barca exit, says presidential candidate

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is unlikely to change his mind about leaving Barcelona, the club's presidential candidate Victor Font has said. READ | “Unfortunately, the club has not been able to deliver on the promise of building a competitive team.” Messi, 33, last won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2015 and an 8-2 humiliation at the hands of Bayern Munich in …

Lionel Messi Unlikely To Change Mind On Barcelona Exit, Says Presidential Candidate
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi Unlikely To Change Mind On Barcelona Exit, Says Presidential Candidate

News 18  

Lionel Messi is unlikely to change his mind about leaving Barcelona, the club’s presidential candidate Victor Font has said. Messi rocked Barcelona last month when his lawyers told the club he wanted to activate a clause in his contract that would allow him to leave for free before the 2020-21 season. “Unfortunately the club has not been able to deliver …

Lionel Messi urged to reconsider his Barcelona exit by former club vice-president
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi urged to reconsider his Barcelona exit by former club vice-president

Daily Mail  

Ex-Barcelona vice-president Jordi Mestre wants Lionel Messi to 'reconsider' his decision to leave the club as Manchester City eye a sensational move for the star. Messi sent shockwaves through football last week when he sent Barca a burofax - a court-recognised service provided by Spain's postal service - to inform the club that he no longer wanted to play for …

Lionel Messi remains silent after Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu's offer to resign
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi remains silent after Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu's offer to resign

Firstpost  

Without directly accusing Bartomeu, Messi has been outspoken against the club’s decisions this season, the team’s first without a title since 2007-08. The club has told Messi that president Josep Bartomeu will resign if that is what it takes to keep the playmaker, but Barcelona said on Friday there was no word yet from Messi on the offer. Bartomeu is …

Messi remains silent after Bartomeu's offer to resign
4 years, 4 months ago

Messi remains silent after Bartomeu's offer to resign

The Hindu  

While the wait to hear from Lionel Messi goes on, Barcelona continues to do everything it can to try to convince him to stay. The club has told Messi that president Josep Bartomeu will resign if that is what it takes to keep its star player, but Barcelona said on Friday there was no word yet from Messi on the …

Lionel Messi Remains Silent After Josep Bartomeu's Offer To Resign
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi Remains Silent After Josep Bartomeu's Offer To Resign

News 18  

While the wait to hear from Lionel Messi goes on, Barcelona continues to do everything it can to try to convince him to stay. The club has told Messi that president Josep Bartomeu will resign if that is what it takes to keep the playmaker, but Barcelona said on Friday there was no word yet from Messi on the offer. …

Lionel Messi spotted with Luis Suarez in Barcelona for first time since handing in transfer request
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi spotted with Luis Suarez in Barcelona for first time since handing in transfer request

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has been pictured back in Barcelona for the first time since he handed in a transfer request, with the Argentine superstar spotted leaving a restaurant with best friend Luis Suarez, who also faces the chop from the LaLiga club. Lionel Messi has been seen in Barcelona for the first time since he handed in a transfer request Messi …

Barcelona break silence over Lionel Messi by claiming they are NOT contemplating star man leaving
4 years, 4 months ago

Barcelona break silence over Lionel Messi by claiming they are NOT contemplating star man leaving

Daily Mail  

Barcelona have broken their silence after Lionel Messi stunned the football world by telling the club via fax that he wants to leave on a free transfer. But during Francisco Trincao's unveiling as a new Barcelona player on Wednesday, the club kept Bartomeu out of the firing line amid the deluge of questions over Messi's future. Lionel Messi shocked Barcelona …

Presidential candidate Toni Freixa: Lionel Messi lacks respect for Barcelona after transfer request
4 years, 4 months ago

Presidential candidate Toni Freixa: Lionel Messi lacks respect for Barcelona after transfer request

Daily Mail  

A candidate in the Barcelona presidential race has claimed Lionel Messi lacks respect for the LaLiga giants after his shock transfer request on Tuesday. Toni Freixa, a former Barcelona director, believes that losing Messi would not be the end of the world due to the way the Barcelona captain has treated the club in this time of crisis Messi shocked …

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona he wants to leave after nearly two decades with LaLiga giants
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona he wants to leave after nearly two decades with LaLiga giants

Firstpost  

Messi told Barcelona on Tuesday that he wants to leave after nearly two decades at the club, having grown unhappy after a trophy-less season ended with a humiliating loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. “If Messi is to leave Barcelona by activating a release clause, then I hope the club to help, not hinder him,” former England and …

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona he wants to leave, club in new turmoil - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona he wants to leave, club in new turmoil - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Captain Lionel Messi has told Barcelona he wishes to leave the club immediately, a source confirmed on Tuesday, deepening the turmoil within the Catalan side less than two weeks after its humiliating 8-2 defeat by Bayern Munich. Under the terms of the contract which expires in 2021, the only way Messi can leave without the club's consent is if a …

Ex-Barcelona president Joan Laporta believes club want to SELL Lionel Messi
4 years, 4 months ago

Ex-Barcelona president Joan Laporta believes club want to SELL Lionel Messi

Daily Mail  

Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta has accused the club of wanting to sell Lionel Messi. Laporta who won two European Cups under two different coaches when he led the club from 2003 to 2010 and intends to stand in elections next March. I suspect they want to sell Messi.’ Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta believes the club are trying to …

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