Club above everything- Joan Laporta on not being able to resign Lionel Messi
3 years, 4 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 said that the financial situation that he had inherited from former club president Josep Maria Bartomeu was "far, far worse" than anticipated. "I said we'd do everything possible to keep Messi at Barca within the economic situation of club," he said.

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Messi napkin that sealed Barcelona move sells for $965,000 at Bonhams’ auction
7 months ago

Messi napkin that sealed Barcelona move sells for $965,000 at Bonhams’ auction

The Hindu  

The famous napkin that linked a young Lionel Messi to Barcelona sold for 762,400 pounds on Friday, British auction house Bonhams said. An agreement in principle to sign the-then-13-year-old Messi was written on the napkin almost 25 years ago at a Barcelona tennis club. Bonhams said the auction was on behalf of Horacio Gaggioli, an agent from Messi’s home country …

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction

The Hindu  

To the untrained eye, it might look like just another used napkin. Last December, a set of six shirts worn by the number 10 during Argentina's victorious Qatar World Cup campaign in 2022 sold for $7.8 million at auction at Sotheby's, exceeding estimates. The story of the napkin has already been told many times in profiles of "Leo" Messi, one …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara
11 months ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara

News 18  

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi and teammates Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba were pictured enjoying a dinner with Modern Family star Sofia Vergara at the Papi Steak in Miami Beach, Florida. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sofia Vergara Messi enjoys a special camaraderie with his teammates, who have played alongside the star during his …

Barcelona can’t afford players like Mbappe, Haaland, says Xavi
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona can’t afford players like Mbappe, Haaland, says Xavi

The Hindu  

Barcelona can no longer afford to shell out huge sums in transfer fees for top players like Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, coach Xavi Hernandez said. Barcelona forked out fees in excess of 100 million euros for Philippe Coutinho, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele between 2017-19, but the club’s financial issues mean it is unlikely to splurge on big new …

UEFA Imposes Hefty Fine On Barcelona For Financial Rules Breach
1 year, 1 month ago

UEFA Imposes Hefty Fine On Barcelona For Financial Rules Breach

News 18  

Barcelona lost an appeal to UEFA against being fined 500,000 euros for misreporting income under financial monitoring rules, the European soccer body said Friday. UEFA’s club finance panel imposed the fine in July after Barcelona declared income in 2022 on profit from “disposal of intangible assets which are not a relevant income under the regulations.” FC Barcelona is fined €500,000 …

'Departure to Paris Not Something I Wanted': Lionel Messi Admits He Wanted to Stay at Barcelona
1 year, 4 months ago

'Departure to Paris Not Something I Wanted': Lionel Messi Admits He Wanted to Stay at Barcelona

News 18  

Lionel Messi made a stunning switch to Paris Saint-Germain from his boyhood club FC Barcelona in 2021, something that was unthinkable of considering the immense success he enjoyed with the Catalan giants. “As I said at the time, my departure to Paris was not something I wanted, it was not something I wanted to leave Barcelona and, so to speak, …

WATCH: Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets in Good Spirits During First Inter Miami Training Session
1 year, 5 months ago

WATCH: Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets in Good Spirits During First Inter Miami Training Session

News 18  

Inter Miami announced the signing of seven-time Balon d’Or winner Lionel Messi and former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets in a grand manner at the DRV PNK Stadium earlier in the week. The Argentine World Cup-winning skipper, Messi, joined the David Beckham-owned Inter Miami following his spell with Ligue 1 champions PSG, while Busquets joins the MLS side after his time …

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami: David Beckham reveals first reaction to Argentina star's transfer announcement
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami: David Beckham reveals first reaction to Argentina star's transfer announcement

India Today  

Inter Miami owner and former England captain David Beckham has revealed his reaction after Lionel Messi announced that he would be heading to the MLS to join his club. Beckham said that he had always told Inter Miami that he would try to bring in the best players into the club. The Inter Miami owner said that Messi joining the …

Barcelona President Joan Laporta Reveals Date For Potential Lionel Messi Tribute
1 year, 5 months ago

Barcelona President Joan Laporta Reveals Date For Potential Lionel Messi Tribute

News 18  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta opened up on his plans to give a tribute to club legend Lionel Messi despite him joining Inter Miami this transfer window. Meanwhile, Joan Laporta and Leo’s father Jorge Messi, who is also his agent, are planning together to give the Argentine a massive tribute for his unmatchable achievements at Barcelona. Laporta has now stated that …

No homecomeming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to attract him back
1 year, 6 months ago

No homecomeming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to attract him back

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Nearly two years after the …

FC Barcelona react after Lionel Messi ignores lucrative Camp Nou return proposal by confirming Inter Miami MLS deal
1 year, 6 months ago

FC Barcelona react after Lionel Messi ignores lucrative Camp Nou return proposal by confirming Inter Miami MLS deal

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's two-year stint with Paris Saint-Germain came to an end with the confirmation of a sensational move for the Argentinian to American side Inter Miami last night. Messi spoke to Barcelona-based newspapers to confirm his intentions to move to Inter Miami, a franchise co-owned by English legend David Beckham, and clarified his reasons for choosing the MLS team over …

Barcelona wishes Messi good luck in ‘league with fewer demands’
1 year, 6 months ago

Barcelona wishes Messi good luck in ‘league with fewer demands’

The Hindu  

Barcelona wished Lionel Messi good luck after the Argentina great expressed his desire to join Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami on Wednesday, despite receiving a “proposal” to return to his former club. Barcelona said in a statement that Messi’s father and agent had informed the club on Monday of his decision to move to America instead of returning to Spain. …

Lionel Messi linked with return to Barcelona; Al Hilal, Inter Miami also interested
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi linked with return to Barcelona; Al Hilal, Inter Miami also interested

Firstpost  

Argentine football star Lionel Messi’s next possible destination is the talk of the town among the footballing fraternity. Paris Saint-Germain head coach had said last week that PSG’s Ligue 1 match against Clermont Foot would be Messi’s last match for the club. Jorge Messi meets with Barcelona president Joan Laporta One of the possible next destinations for the FIFA World …

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia, and his father said Monday that his son prefers to go back to the Catalan club. The player’s father sidestepped most questions but acknowledged that Messi “would like to return” to the club where …

“Leo wants to return to Barca,” says Messi’s father Jorge after meeting club president Laporta
1 year, 6 months ago

“Leo wants to return to Barca,” says Messi’s father Jorge after meeting club president Laporta

The Hindu  

After a meeting with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, Lionel Messi’s father and agent Jorge Messi said his son was keen on a Barcelona return. “Leo wants to return to Barcelona, and I’d love to see him back,” Jorge told journalist Toni Juanmartí. Barcelona theoretically was also an option, being the club where he grew up and thrived for nearly two …

Messi to leave PSG at the end of season, confirms Galtier
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi to leave PSG at the end of season, confirms Galtier

The Hindu  

Argentina forward Lionel Messi will play his last game for Paris St Germain against Clermont on Saturday, coach Christophe Galtier said on Thursday. This will be his last match at the Parc des Princes, and I hope that he will receive the warmest of welcomes,” Galtier told reporters on Thursday. Messi, who has 21 goals and 20 assists for PSG …

Barcelona Will 'Do Everything Possible' to Sign Lionel Messi: Joan Laporta
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona Will 'Do Everything Possible' to Sign Lionel Messi: Joan Laporta

News 18  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Monday the club will “do everything possible” to bring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back in the close season. “The truth is that it was a very affectionate conversation, very pleasant, and we have also been sending each other messages lately — I congratulated him on the World Cup.” In the early hours of Monday …

Barcelona will ‘do everything possible’ to sign Messi: Laporta
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona will ‘do everything possible’ to sign Messi: Laporta

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Monday the club will “do everything possible” to bring Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back in the close season. “The truth is that it was a very affectionate conversation, very pleasant, and we have also been sending each other messages lately -- I congratulated him on the World Cup.” In the early hours of Monday …

Ligue 1: Messi set for return as PSG farewell looms
1 year, 7 months ago

Ligue 1: Messi set for return as PSG farewell looms

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is in line to return for Paris Saint-Germain for Saturday’s Ligue 1 game at home to Ajaccio after a club-imposed suspension for going on an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia. After two uninspiring years in France, Messi might play in Saudi Arabia next season as part of a blockbuster deal that would see him follow arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo …

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 …

Where will Messi go if he leaves PSG: Football transfer news
1 year, 8 months ago

Where will Messi go if he leaves PSG: Football transfer news

The Hindu  

When Lionel Messi was jeered by Paris Saint-Germain fans during last Sunday’s home defeat to Lyon, their relationship looked like it had reached a breaking point. If the next nine French league games are to be Messi’s final appearances in a PSG shirt, here’s a look at where the 35-year-old superstar could go next. Ronaldo’s arrival has already boosted Saudi’s …

Lionel Messi to Barcelona: Is it even viable or just a convenient distraction?
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi to Barcelona: Is it even viable or just a convenient distraction?

New York Times  

It was the transfer that shocked world football in 2021 — but could Lionel Messi now be making a return journey from Paris Saint-Germain to Barcelona? He said: “We are working to keep them at the club.” Lionel Messi’s future at Paris Saint-Germain is in doubt There are Messi sceptics among the PSG fanbase — some supporters whistled him before …

'The door is always open to Messi': Barcelona president drops a major hint over a potential return
1 year, 8 months ago

'The door is always open to Messi': Barcelona president drops a major hint over a potential return

Daily Mail  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta says the door is always open for Lionel Messi amid a potential summer return for their former talisman. Messi ended his 21-year association with Barcelona in 2021, moving to Paris Saint-Germain on a two-year deal amid Barca's financial difficulties. A return is something certainly favoured by his former teammates, with Sergi Roberto urging Messi to comeback …

Lionel Messi: PSG are 'having second thoughts' over extending Argentina star's contract
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi: PSG are 'having second thoughts' over extending Argentina star's contract

Daily Mail  

Reports in France claim that PSG are having second thoughts over his renewal The two parties made an agreement in principal to renew during the World Cup Lionel Messi's contract at Paris Saint-Germain expires at the end of the season Paris Saint-Germain are having second thoughts about extending Lionel Messi's contract beyond the end of the season, according to reports. …

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report

News 18  

Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is expected to be honoured by his former club FC Barcelona ahead of the commencement of the 2024-25 season. Barcelona club officials reportedly met Messi’s father Jorge Messi last week. Messi’s association with Barcelona came to an end in 2021 after the Blaugrana failed to fulfil new contract agreement. Messi, during his stay at …

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's Barcelona Reunion Dinner With Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi's Barcelona Reunion Dinner With Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba

News 18  

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi reunited with his former Barcelona teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba during an intimate dinner on Monday, February 20. The Barcelona ex-teammates reportedly went on a couples’ night out and dined at Michelin-star restaurant Estimar, which specialises in seafood, in the Gothic quarter-El Born. One Messi fan had a special request for him and wrote, …

Messi in talks with PSG over contract renewal, says club advisor
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi in talks with PSG over contract renewal, says club advisor

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain’s football advisor Luis Campos says he will be “delighted” if Lionel Messi agrees to extend his contract with the French champion. Messi joined PSG in 2021 on a two year contract, with the option of renewing it for another, after an emotional farewell to Barcelona where he had spent his whole professional career. “I would be delighted if …

Lionel Messi to part ways with Paris Saint-Germain? Argentina skipper might move to 'THIS' club
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi to part ways with Paris Saint-Germain? Argentina skipper might move to 'THIS' club

India TV News  

The soccer world is in awe of Messi, the skipper of Argentina has won all the accolades and the world came full circle for him after he won the FIFA World Cup trophy in December last year. Before the 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup, the club was confident that the World Cup-winning captain was willing to continue but …

Why Lionel Messi remains a political pawn at Barcelona 17 months after his exit
1 year, 11 months ago

Why Lionel Messi remains a political pawn at Barcelona 17 months after his exit

New York Times  

There was a time in the last decade when many Barcelona fans would have happily swapped a Champions League title for the sight of Lionel Messi lifting the World Cup. Joan Laporta, voted back in for a second stint as club president five months earlier, has realised how difficult it will be to finalise a contract extension for Messi, given …

Lionel Messi to consider move away from PSG after FIFA World Cup 2022? Ex-Barcelona star's representative breaks silence
2 years ago

Lionel Messi to consider move away from PSG after FIFA World Cup 2022? Ex-Barcelona star's representative breaks silence

Hindustan Times  

Leading Argentina's title bid at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, Argentine stalwart Lionel Messi is heavily linked with a move away from Paris Saint Germain in the forthcoming transfer window. One of the finest footballers in the history of the beautiful game, former Barcelona captain Messi has remained in speculation about leaving PSG ever since the Argentina captain …

Barcelona Cannot Sign New Players in January Transfer Window: Club President
2 years, 1 month ago

Barcelona Cannot Sign New Players in January Transfer Window: Club President

News 18  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta said on Tuesday that the club may not be able to sign players in the January transfer window due to LaLiga’s financial fair play rules. Barca’s accounts are “healthy” again, Laporta said, with an expected income this season of 1.23 billion euros and a budgeted profit of 274 million. “We had to make some levers, which …

'Lionel Messi Knows at Barcelona He Always Has His Home': Joan Laporta
2 years, 1 month ago

'Lionel Messi Knows at Barcelona He Always Has His Home': Joan Laporta

News 18  

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has asserted that Lionel Messi has his home at the Blaugrana. The 35-year-old joined PSG last season when he had to leave Barcelona due to the club’s financial condition which didn’t allow them to renew the Argentine’s contract. Meanwhile, Messi’s contract at PSG will end next year and the French Giants will try to extend …

Would it REALLY make sense for Barcelona to bring back Lionel Messi?
2 years, 1 month ago

Would it REALLY make sense for Barcelona to bring back Lionel Messi?

Daily Mail  

In 17 seasons with Lionel Messi in the team, Barcelona reached at least the last-16 of the Champions League every time. Paris Saint-Germain want Messi to sign for another year until 2024, Barcelona could only afford him if big earners Gerard Pique, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba all leave, and even then they would probably need to win the Europa …

Messi stars, PSG among 4 teams advancing in Champions League
2 years, 1 month ago

Messi stars, PSG among 4 teams advancing in Champions League

Associated Press  

His first goal was a nonchalant, outside-of-the-foot finish. Lionel Messi kept up his stellar pre- World Cup form to help rampant Paris Saint-Germain become one of four teams to advance to the last 16 of the Champions League on Tuesday, along with Chelsea, Benfica and Borussia Dortmund. With perhaps the best goal of the 33 scored in the next-to-last round …

Xavi and Joan Laporta All-in on El Clasico after Summer Gamble
2 years, 2 months ago

Xavi and Joan Laporta All-in on El Clasico after Summer Gamble

News 18  

The football world watched on with surprise, and in some quarters, disdain, as Barcelona spent big this summer, bringing in Robert Lewandowski, Jules Kounde, Raphinha and others. They also sold 24.5 percent of Barca studios to Fan Token platform Socios.com for 100 million euros, and another equivalent stake to production company Orpheus Media for the same. President Joan Laporta was …

Barcelona players 'are angry with Joan Laporta'
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona players 'are angry with Joan Laporta'

Daily Mail  

Sergio Busquets and Gerard Pique are said to be among those frustrated Players have reportedly been angered by the 60-year-old's public comments There's more unsettlement at Barcelona after president Joan Laporta criticised players for not taking a salary cut, according to a report. Laporta used a Members' Assembly to ask the likes of Frenkie De Jong and other senior players …

Lionel Messi is OPEN to a return to Barcelona - but there are significant obstacles
2 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi is OPEN to a return to Barcelona - but there are significant obstacles

Daily Mail  

Everyone knows that this is the way it is supposed to end – Barcelona's greatest ever player finishing his career with them, and not in Ligue 1 at Paris Saint-Germain. But Lionel Messi's return to Barça – and it wouldn't be to the Camp Nou because the club have to play at the city's Olympic Stadium next season because of …

Can Messi return to Barcelona? PSG plan contract extension for ex-Barca captain: Reports
2 years, 3 months ago

Can Messi return to Barcelona? PSG plan contract extension for ex-Barca captain: Reports

Hindustan Times  

Ligue 1 club Paris Saint Germain is keen on extending Lionel Messi's stay in the French capital as Les Parisiens are reportedly interested in giving the former FC Barcelona captain a lucrative contract extension. PSG's Lionel Messi reacts during the Champions League match Group H against Juventus at the Parc des Princes stadium With 672 goals, Argentine stalwart Messi is …

‘It’s not too late’: Lionel Messi tipped for return to Barcelona
2 years, 3 months ago

‘It’s not too late’: Lionel Messi tipped for return to Barcelona

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 Lionel Messi has been tipped to return to …

Debt-ridden Barcelona was king of the 2022 transfer window, but at what cost?
2 years, 3 months ago

Debt-ridden Barcelona was king of the 2022 transfer window, but at what cost?

The Hindu  

If every football transfer deadline day had played out in a physical market, one would notice distinct characters caught in the mad rush to complete deals before the window slammed shut. To sum up Barcelona’s troubles, the club’s debt rose to €1.3 billion last year, and having crossed a stipulated ‘salary limit’, the club was blocked by the Spanish league …

Barcelona sells more assets to clear Lewandowski for opener
2 years, 4 months ago

Barcelona sells more assets to clear Lewandowski for opener

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Working against the clock, Barcelona sold off even more of its club assets on Friday so it could meet the Spanish league’s financial rules and clear Robert Lewandowski and other summer signings to play in its season opener. The troubled Spanish club was only able to ensure that its star signing will be available against Rayo Vallecano …

Barcelona sells part of its production hub for $102M
2 years, 4 months ago

Barcelona sells part of its production hub for $102M

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona has sold part of its production hub for 100 million euros to boost its finances in a bid to use its newly signed players right away. Club president Joan Laporta announced Monday the club sold a 25% stake of Barça Studios to Socios.com, a blockchain provider in the sports and entertainment business. The money should also …

‘Lionel Messi’s chapter isn’t over at Barcelona’: Club president Joan Laporta
2 years, 4 months ago

‘Lionel Messi’s chapter isn’t over at Barcelona’: Club president Joan Laporta

Hindustan Times  

One year ago, the football world was left stunned as Lionel Messi departed Barcelona, joining Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent ahead of the 2021-22 season. Due to financial difficulties, Barcelona and Messi couldn't agree to a contract but with the La Liga outfit now generating funds, it looks like a return for Messi could be possible. The Argentine attacker …

Robert Lewandowski's agent 'calls Barcelona president Joan Laporta' over Javier Tebas comments
2 years, 6 months ago

Robert Lewandowski's agent 'calls Barcelona president Joan Laporta' over Javier Tebas comments

Daily Mail  

Robert Lewandowski 'has doubts' over his ability to join Barcelona, reportedly pushing his agent into emergency talks with club president Joan Laporta. But comments from LaLiga president Javier Tebas, according to Mundo Deportivo, put the frighteners on Lewandowski, pushing his agent Pini Zahavi to seek 'explanations' from president Joan Laporta. Barcelona president Joan Laporta was left seething from the remarks …

Lionel Messi and his father tell Barcelona president Joan Laporta to stop talking of a return
2 years, 6 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 president attacks Mbappe's new PSG deal
2 years, 6 months ago

Barcelona president attacks Mbappe's new PSG deal

The Hindu  

Barcelona president Joan Laporta suggests that Kylian Mbappe's new Paris Saint-Germain deal has "distorted the market" and goes against "the principles of the European Union". Laporta was reacting Wednesday to the French forward's decision at the weekend to reject an offer from Barca's arch rivals Real Madrid and instead sign a contract extension at PSG. "That's what happens when a …

How has Messi’s life-altering shift to Paris panned out?
2 years, 10 months ago

How has Messi’s life-altering shift to Paris panned out?

The Hindu  

It has been a challenging eight months for Lionel Messi. Despite savouring sweet success — Argentina’s Copa America triumph, after which he said, “I needed to remove from myself the thorn of achieving something with the national team”, and a record-extending seventh Ballon d’Or — the 34-year-old has dealt with the most tumultuous period of his professional career: the end …

Real Madrid's Benzema says it's a 'matter of time' before Messi impresses at Paris Saint-Germain
2 years, 11 months ago

Real Madrid's Benzema says it's a 'matter of time' before Messi impresses at Paris Saint-Germain

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has backed Lionel Messi to shine at Paris Saint-Germain by insisting it is just a 'matter of time' before the Argentinian finds his feet in the French capital. The six-time Ballon d'Or winner was due to sign new five year deal to remain at Barca, but due to 'financial and structural obstacles', it meant Messi's …

Messi keen on Barcelona return after hanging up his boots
3 years, 1 month ago

Messi keen on Barcelona return after hanging up his boots

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi said he will return to live in Barcelona with his family when his time at Paris St Germain is over and would like to help the La Liga club in the role of a technical director. Messi ended a two-decade stay at the cash-strapped Spanish club, where he is the club's record scorer with 672 goals, in the …

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