'We Want to Rebuild Together with Best Player in History': Barcelona Hopes Lionel Messi Will Stay
4 years, 4 months ago

'We Want to Rebuild Together with Best Player in History': Barcelona Hopes Lionel Messi Will Stay

News 18  

Barcelona hasn’t given up on Lionel Messi just yet. A day after the Argentine great told the club he wants to leave, Barcelona said its restructuring project still revolves around the player. “We want to rebuild for the future together with the best player in history,” Ramon Planes, the club’s technical director, said Wednesday. We have to show a huge respect for Messi because he is the best player in the world.” Planes spoke as Barcelona officially introduced striker Francisco Trinco at an event that had already been scheduled before Messi announced his desire to leave on Tuesday. Messi’s first contract with the club was signed on a napkin after a lunch between his representatives and club officials nearly 20 years ago, but it was with a burofax, a certified communication method commonly used in Spain, similar to a telegram that Messi told the club he wants to leave.

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Messi Pays Tribute to Iniesta: A Final Farewell
3 months ago

Messi Pays Tribute to Iniesta: A Final Farewell

ABP News  

Lionel Messi expresses his deep respect and admiration for his former FC Barcelona teammate Andres Iniesta, who announces his retirement from professional football. Messi shares a heartfelt message for Iniesta, acknowledging his magic and the profound impact he has had on his career. The two former teammates remain close friends and continue to share a strong bond off the pitch.

Lionel Messi: 'Inter Miami is going to be my last club'
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Lionel Messi: 'Inter Miami is going to be my last club'

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi now ponders playing for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, to be co-hosted by the USA with Mexico and Canada, and is contemplating the end of his incredible career. Messi sparked Argentina victories in the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup and is set to play for Argentina in this month’s Copa America, to be staged in …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Luis Suarez reunites with former Barca teammate Messi at Inter Miami
1 year ago

Luis Suarez reunites with former Barca teammate Messi at Inter Miami

The Hindu  

A long-reported move became official Friday when Inter Miami CF announced the signing of prolific scorer Luis Suarez. “I will give my all to bring joy to these great fans I’ve heard so much about while I wear Inter Miami colors, and look forward to reuniting with great friends and players. I’m also eager to meet my new teammates and …

Lionel Messi meets Zinedine Zidane at Inter Miami for a career-spanning interview - as the Real Madrid legend tells Barcelona's greatest star: 'I wish we played together'
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi meets Zinedine Zidane at Inter Miami for a career-spanning interview - as the Real Madrid legend tells Barcelona's greatest star: 'I wish we played together'

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi and Zinedine Zidane have sat down for an extended conversation, with the Frenchman telling the Inter Miami star that it's a 'pity' that they never lined up together. Zidane took in a Miami game back in September, as he was reunited with former Real Madrid teammate David Beckham. Zinedine Zidane and Lionel Messi sat down for a conversation …

'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, …

FC Barcelona Reach Agreement to Sign Romeu; Pablo Torre to Go on Loan in Exchange
1 year, 5 months ago

FC Barcelona Reach Agreement to Sign Romeu; Pablo Torre to Go on Loan in Exchange

News 18  

Spainard, Oriol Romeu is set to sign for FC Barcelona. As per Fabrizio Romano, the Catalonian club reached an agreement with his current club Girona FC to make the transfer happen as the necessary paperworks are yet to be completed. As part of the deal youngster Pablo Torre will make the move to Girona on a season long loan till …

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami: David Beckham reveals first reaction to Argentina star's transfer announcement
1 year, 6 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 …

Initially Had Different Idea, Happy With Decision We've Taken: Lionel Messi on Choosing Inter Miami Over Barcelona
1 year, 6 months ago

Initially Had Different Idea, Happy With Decision We've Taken: Lionel Messi on Choosing Inter Miami Over Barcelona

News 18  

Lionel Messi has opened up on his big move to Inter Miami as he chose to play in Major League Soccer over a potential return to Barcelona. Messi, a few days back, announced that he will make a move to Inter Miami as he didn’t want the players to get sold and take a pay cut to make a place …

No homecoming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to lure him back
1 year, 7 months ago

No homecoming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to lure him back

Associated Press  

MADRID — Once again, Barcelona couldn’t do enough to entice Lionel Messi. “President Laporta understood and respected Messi’s decision to want to compete in a league with fewer demands, further away from the spotlight and the pressure he has been subject to in recent years,” the club said in a statement after Messi’s announcement. Laporta had said he would do …

No homecomeming for Messi as Barcelona again fails to do enough to attract him back
1 year, 7 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, 7 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, 7 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, 7 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, 7 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, 7 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 …

Where might Lionel Messi go next after Paris St Germain spell ends?
1 year, 7 months ago

Where might Lionel Messi go next after Paris St Germain spell ends?

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’s two-year spell at Paris St Germain …

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 …

Sergio Busquets confirms he WILL leave Barcelona this summer
1 year, 8 months ago

Sergio Busquets confirms he WILL leave Barcelona this summer

Daily Mail  

Reports suggest he will join former team-mate Lionel Messi in Saudi next season Sergio Busquets announced he was leaving Barcelona on Wednesday after 15 seasons at the club. Barcelona have confirmed Sergio Busquets will leave when his contract expires this summer Busquets has won 30 trophies in 15 seasons at Barca, including three Champions Leagues He could be set for …

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 …

Lionel Messi to Barcelona: Is it even viable or just a convenient distraction?
1 year, 9 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 …

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report
1 year, 10 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, to retire from Argentina? Ex-Paris Saint-German veteran drops subtle hints
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi, to retire from Argentina? Ex-Paris Saint-German veteran drops subtle hints

India TV News  

Argentina skipper Lionel Messi is nearing the end of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain and it is still not clear if he will stay at Parc des Princes any further. Lionel Messi accomplished the greatest goal of his life by winning the FIFA World Cup last year in Qatar. While addressing the entire scenario Ex-Paris Saint-Germain star Ludovic Giuly has …

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, 11 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 …

'I Will Return....' Lionel Messi Discloses When He Will Come Back to Barcelona
1 year, 11 months ago

'I Will Return....' Lionel Messi Discloses When He Will Come Back to Barcelona

News 18  

Lionel Messi’s sensational 17-season association with Barcelona came to a sudden end in 2021. The World Cup-winning Argentine striker was recently asked about his possible return to Barcelona and Messi did not think much while responding. Lionel Messi recorded seven goals and three assists to win the Golden Ball Award at the Qatar World Cup. Coming back to domestic football, …

'There's Nothing Left, I've Achieved Everything': Lionel Messi Drops Major Hint on His Retirement
1 year, 11 months ago

'There's Nothing Left, I've Achieved Everything': Lionel Messi Drops Major Hint on His Retirement

News 18  

Lionel Messi won the World Cup because the sparkling solid gold trophy picked him to lift it, the Argentine star said in a radio interview aired on Monday. The 35-year-old inspired his country to World Cup glory last month by scoring two goals and a penalty in the South Americans’ shoot-out triumph over previous holders France following a thrilling 3-3 …

Lionel Messi to part ways with Paris Saint-Germain? Argentina skipper might move to 'THIS' club
1 year, 11 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
2 years 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 …

'It would be fantastic to have someone like him': MLS chief gushes over Lionel Messi amid US links
2 years, 1 month ago

'It would be fantastic to have someone like him': MLS chief gushes over Lionel Messi amid US links

Daily Mail  

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber has stoked the flames of Lionel Messi's potential arrival in the United States, openly stating the league's interest in his signature. Recent free agent Cristiano Ronaldo, who had his Manchester United contract terminated by 'mutual consent' this week, has also been linked with MLS franchise Inter Miami in recent weeks. Cristiano Ronaldo's future may …

Would it REALLY make sense for Barcelona to bring back Lionel Messi?
2 years, 2 months 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 …

Barcelona fans chant for Lionel Messi to return after Champions League exit
2 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona fans chant for Lionel Messi to return after Champions League exit

Daily Mail  

Barcelona fans chanted Lionel Messi's name as they were dumped out of the Champions League on Wednesday night. The writing was on the wall in the first half as Sadio Mane and Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting put the visitors into a comfortable lead, and this led to Barcelona fans turning their attention elsewhere, with some fans singing for Messi, seemingly pleading for …

Lionel Messi is OPEN to a return to Barcelona - but there are significant obstacles
2 years, 3 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, 4 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 …

PSG: Carles Puyol says it's not too late for Lionel Messi to return to Barcelona
2 years, 4 months ago

PSG: Carles Puyol says it's not too late for Lionel Messi to return to Barcelona

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi will 'always be welcome' back at Barcelona, insists his old team-mate Carles Puyol, who believes it's 'not too late' for the PSG forward to make a sensational return to the Nou Camp. Lionel Messi's old Barcelona team-mate Carles Puyol has tipped him to return to the club The Argentine has not managed to reproduce his best displays since …

Debt-ridden Barcelona was king of the 2022 transfer window, but at what cost?
2 years, 4 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 …

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 …

Luis Suarez talks up reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
2 years, 7 months ago

Luis Suarez talks up reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami

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 Luis Suarez says there’s potential for him to …

'Next Lionel Messi' Bojan Krkic Learned, Suffered in Itinerant Career
2 years, 7 months ago

'Next Lionel Messi' Bojan Krkic Learned, Suffered in Itinerant Career

News 18  

Former Barcelona prodigy Bojan Krkic is playing in his seventh country and “would not change anything” about a career that started with him labelled the next Lionel Messi and now sees him in Japan. I’m really proud of everything that I did.” Bojan said he was “living a dream” after breaking into Barcelona’s first team as a teenager and playing …

Lionel Messi's father wants his son to return to Barcelona before he calls time on his career
2 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi's father wants his son to return to Barcelona before he calls time on his career

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi's father has revealed that he would like his son to return to Barcelona at some point. Lionel Messi has had an underwhelming debut season at PSG, scoring just six league goals Messi's father wants to see his son back in a Barcelona shirt before his career is over 'I hope it, some day,' he told Twitch channel Jijantes …

Barcelona president confirms two transfers ‘closed’ and rules out Lionel Messi return
2 years, 9 months ago

Barcelona president confirms two transfers ‘closed’ and rules out Lionel Messi return

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 Joan Laporta has ruled out the prospect of …

Dani Alves urges Lionel Messi to come back to Barcelona to finish his career
2 years, 11 months ago

Dani Alves urges Lionel Messi to come back to Barcelona to finish his career

Daily Mail  

Dani Alves has made a public plea to former team-mate Lionel Messi to follow in his footsteps by returning to Barcelona to finish his career as there is no 'better place' to play. Dani Alves wants former team-mate Lionel Messi to return to Barcelona Alves and Messi spent more than eight years playing and winning trophies together at Barca Alves, …

Lionel Messi reinforces he wants to return to Barcelona
3 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi reinforces he wants to return to Barcelona

Daily Mail  

The Argentine has already expressed his intention to eventually return to Spain Six-time Ballon d'Or winner's time at his beloved club came to end in the summer Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi has reiterated his desire to go back to Barcelona one day because he's keen 'to help the club in whatever way I can'. The six-time Ballon d'Or winner's …

Lionel Messi says thought of retiring after next year's FIFA World Cup has not crossed his mind
3 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi says thought of retiring after next year's FIFA World Cup has not crossed his mind

Firstpost  

The six-time Ballon D’Or winner will be 35 by the time the World Cup — a trophy that has eluded him through his stellar career — comes round in Qatar next year. Madrid: Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi says he has not given any thought about retiring after next year’s World Cup adding he would love to be Barcelona sporting …

Messi keen on Barcelona return after hanging up his boots
3 years, 2 months 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 …

Explained | Why was Messi forced to leave Barça?
3 years, 4 months ago

Explained | Why was Messi forced to leave Barça?

The Hindu  

The story so far: On August 10, Paris Saint-Germain signed Lionel Messi on a two-year contract, bringing an end to a glittering 17-year-career for the Argentine superstar at Barcelona that saw him win 35 trophies, including 10 league titles and four UEFA Champions League crowns, and the Ballon d'Or award for the world’s best player six times. Barcelona president Joan …

Lionel Messi departure painful but Barcelona can't live in past, says coach Ronald Koeman
3 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi departure painful but Barcelona can't live in past, says coach Ronald Koeman

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is now in Barcelona's past and the club must live in the present, coach Ronald Koeman said on Saturday, as his side prepares for a new LaLiga season without its greatest ever player - and battling through a financial crisis. "It's painful for all Barcelona fans given what Messi has done for the club, but we cannot live …

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