Lionel Messi Unlikely To Change Mind On Barcelona Exit, Says Presidential Candidate
4 years, 3 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 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 the quarter-finals last month was the final straw for the six-times world player of the year. “That’s why we’ve been working on a project and we need people to lead that who come from the world of football.” Lionel Messi’s father and agent headed to Barcelona on Tuesday for what Argentine media said was a meeting with club president Josep Maria Bartomeu.

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Don't know how limited Lionel Messi's time is in MLS: Inter Miami boss Martino
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Don't know how limited Lionel Messi's time is in MLS: Inter Miami boss Martino

India Today  

Inter Miami boss Gerard Martino has admitted that he is unsure how limited Lionel Messi's time at Inter Miami would be after their exit from the MLS Cup playoffs. The 37-year-old would also become the club's leading goalscorer with 33 to his name from 38 matches and also contributed with 18 assists. "The comparison of the last game of last …

Raphinha considered leaving Barcelona ‘several times’
2 months ago

Raphinha considered leaving Barcelona ‘several times’

New York Times  

Raphinha says he has thought about leaving Barcelona “several times” since joining the club in 2022. The Brazil international, who won the league title in his first season with the club in 2022-23, said before the match against Bayern that he felt “disrespected” and “hurt” when he saw Barcelona fans wearing club shirts with his number and the name of …

Lionel Messi: 'Inter Miami is going to be my last club'
6 months, 1 week 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 …

'Laporta Will Only Have to Tell His Motives': Xavi Deflects to Barcelona President For Reason Behind Recent Exit
6 months, 4 weeks ago

'Laporta Will Only Have to Tell His Motives': Xavi Deflects to Barcelona President For Reason Behind Recent Exit

News 18  

Xavi Hernández said Saturday that he is leaving Barcelona with “a clear conscience” that he did his best after the club decided to part ways with the former player, but that it will be up to president Joan Laporta to explain why he is going. But I think that we can feel proud of the work we have done.” In …

Xavi says Barcelona president will have to explain why he won’t continue as coach
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Xavi says Barcelona president will have to explain why he won’t continue as coach

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández said Saturday that he is leaving Barcelona with “a clear conscience” that he did his best after the club decided to part ways with the former player, but that it will be up to president Joan Laporta to explain why he is going. But I think that we can feel proud of the work we …

Speculation Rife About Lionel Messi Making A Return To Barcelona: Report
1 year, 2 months ago

Speculation Rife About Lionel Messi Making A Return To Barcelona: Report

News 18  

Messi’s stint in Inter Miami has so far proved to be quite fruitful and the Argentine wizard has netted 11 goals till now having made 12 appearances for the Herons. READ: Lionel Messi Set For Inter Miami Return As Club Enter MLS’s Last Chance Saloon A report published by Sport claimed that in various sectors it has been pointed out …

'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 officially joins Inter Miami, set to don jersey No. 10 again
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi officially joins Inter Miami, set to don jersey No. 10 again

India Today  

Argentina captain and one of the greatest footballers of all time - Lionel Messi - has officially signed for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami. After declaring his intention to join Inter Miami a little over five weeks ago, Messi's contract was made official on 15 July. Inter Miami had previously announced that Messi's contract will span 2 1/2 seasons …

'Situation totally different than 2 years ago with Lionel Messi': Shots fired as Koeman makes huge claim on FC Barcelona
1 year, 5 months ago

'Situation totally different than 2 years ago with Lionel Messi': Shots fired as Koeman makes huge claim on FC Barcelona

Hindustan Times  

FC Barcelona were left disappointed as former captain and club legend joined Inter Miami in the ongoing transfer window. Barcelona's former captain Lionel Messi and former manager Ronald Koeman. The situation was already predicted by former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman, who had stated that Messi would not return to the Catalan outfit this summer. Now, Messi has also been joined …

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 …

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, 6 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, 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 CONFIRMS move to Inter Miami FC
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi CONFIRMS move to Inter Miami FC

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has confirmed that he will be moving to MLS side Inter Miami FC. If the Barcelona thing didn't come out, I wanted to leave Europe, get out of the spotlight and think more in my family,' says Messi Messi, who will be 36 at the end of this month, had all-but ruled out a move to the US …

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 …

Where might Lionel Messi go next after Paris St Germain spell ends?
1 year, 6 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 …

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 …

Sergio Busquets confirms he WILL leave Barcelona this summer
1 year, 7 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 …

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, 9 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 …

Sergio Aguero claims there's a '50 per cent' chance of Lionel Messi returning 'home' to Barcelona
1 year, 9 months ago

Sergio Aguero claims there's a '50 per cent' chance of Lionel Messi returning 'home' to Barcelona

Daily Mail  

Sergio Aguero believes Lionel Messi will make a dramatic return to Barcelona, stating there's a '50 per cent' chance his former Argentina teammate will re-sign for his former club. 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. Lionel Messi's contract expires at the end of the season …

Sergio Busquets will base his future at Barcelona on MESSI
1 year, 9 months ago

Sergio Busquets will base his future at Barcelona on MESSI

Daily Mail  

Sergio Busquets will base his future plans around those of former team-mate Lionel Messi, according to reports. According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Busquets and his family have been planning to sync up his final playing years with those of Messi's, and have previously discussed them at length. Barcelona captain is said to place greater importance on playing with Lionel …

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, 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, 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 …

'I Will Return....' Lionel Messi Discloses When He Will Come Back to Barcelona
1 year, 10 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, …

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
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 …

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

'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 …

Barcelona fans chant for Lionel Messi to return after Champions League exit
2 years, 1 month 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, 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 …

‘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 …

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 …

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