'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 alongside club legends such as Ronaldinho, Xavi and, of course, Messi. I grow as a person and as a footballer, and I’m really proud of that.” Premier League success Bojan failed to make an impression during stints with Roma, AC Milan and Ajax, but he says he played “probably the best” football of his career during three and a half seasons in England with Stoke City. “I think he can help a lot with the personal side of the players — the values of the sport that you can learn from a player like him.” As for Bojan himself, he says he has no thoughts of retiring just yet but he is already making plans to move into football administration when he does.

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Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario. 10 jersey of an Inter Miami youth team, which lost 1-0 on Monday to host Newell’s Old Boys in the traditional under-13 competition. Thiago’s mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and several members of his family, …

El Clasico of Legends: Xavi, Iniesta to play in Barcelona vs Real Madrid in Japan
1 month, 4 weeks ago

El Clasico of Legends: Xavi, Iniesta to play in Barcelona vs Real Madrid in Japan

The Hindu  

Andres Iniesta and Xavi Hernandez will play for the first time since their retirement in a match between Barcelona and Real Madrid, at the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo, Japan on December 15. Xavi and Iniesta, who helped Spain win its maiden FIFA World Cup in 2010, was veterans at the club level as well, helping the Blaugrana win the treble …

Former Juventus and Bayern Munich star reveals reason behind his decision to make surprise career move
4 months, 1 week ago

Former Juventus and Bayern Munich star reveals reason behind his decision to make surprise career move

Daily Mail  

Just as Italian great Alessandro Del Piero did, the latest A-League Men marquee player Douglas Costa has declared his intentions to win more titles with Sydney FC. He boasts five trophies with Serie A giants Juventus, six titles with German Bundesliga juggernaut Bayern Munich and 11 cups with Ukrainian powerhouse Shakhtar Donetsk. Douglas Costa was unveiled as Sydney FC's new …

Euro 2024: Top debutants to watch out for at European Championships
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Top debutants to watch out for at European Championships

The Hindu  

While established stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric and Harry Kane among others will have another crack at the European Championships this summer, many exciting youngsters will make their maiden appearance in Germany. Cole Palmer The 22-year-old’s stock is on the rise since his move to Chelsea last summer, where he scored 22 goals and set up 11 in his …

Xavi to quit Barcelona: Barca manager leaving Camp Nou at season end, citing 'lack of respect' and mental fatigue
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Xavi to quit Barcelona: Barca manager leaving Camp Nou at season end, citing 'lack of respect' and mental fatigue

Hindustan Times  

Xavi Hernández won’t continue as Barcelona’s coach after this season, saying he can't get the team out of a slump. Xavi said he made the decision “several days ago'' Xavi announced his decision on Saturday, minutes after Barcelona lost to Villarreal 5-3 in the Spanish league, leaving it 10 points adrift of leader Real Madrid. “As a Barcelona fan, I …

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Xavi won’t continue at Barcelona after this season, citing ‘lack of respect’ and mental fatigue

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Xavi Hernández won’t continue as Barcelona’s coach after this season, saying he can’t get the team out of a slump. “As a Barcelona fan, I can’t allow this situation to continue, we need a change of course and of dynamics.” Xavi said he made the decision “several days ago,” and although the hard defeat to Villarreal set …

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 named Time Magazine’s 2023 athlete of the year
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi named Time Magazine’s 2023 athlete of the year

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 named TIME magazine’s 2023 …

Lionel Messi is awestruck as he swaps shirts with Zinedine Zidane after the superstar duo reflect on their glittering careers... and the former Real Madrid manager reveals his toughest ever opponent
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi is awestruck as he swaps shirts with Zinedine Zidane after the superstar duo reflect on their glittering careers... and the former Real Madrid manager reveals his toughest ever opponent

Daily Mail  

'It's Erik ten Games' – surely he has to beat Luton now - It's All Coming Up The pair briefly crossed paths during their playing days in the Spanish top-flight Lionel Messi and Zinedine Zidane looked back on their incredible careers in a wide ranging interview in which the Frenchman revealed his toughest-ever opponent. Messi was caught in a heart …

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 …

17-year-old Marc Guiu, another La Masia Academy graduate debuts for Barcelona
1 year, 2 months ago

17-year-old Marc Guiu, another La Masia Academy graduate debuts for Barcelona

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi knows from his own experience that taking a chance on youngsters at the club’s famous La Masia football academy usually pays off. They don’t look scared out there.” Xavi has had to expedite the debuts of some players because of a series of injuries to the regular starters, but the way they’ve come through when called upon …

Barcelona celebrates another talented teenager making a successful move from its La Masia academy
1 year, 2 months ago

Barcelona celebrates another talented teenager making a successful move from its La Masia academy

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona coach Xavi knows from his own experience that taking a chance on youngsters at the club’s famous La Masia soccer academy usually pays off. They don’t look scared out there.” Xavi has had to expedite the debuts of some players because of a series of injuries to the regular starters, but the way they’ve come through when …

'Situation totally different than 2 years ago with Lionel Messi': Shots fired as Koeman makes huge claim on FC Barcelona
1 year, 6 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 …

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. …

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 …

Jordi Alba to leave Barcelona after 11 years
1 year, 7 months ago

Jordi Alba to leave Barcelona after 11 years

Hindustan Times  

Defender Jordi Alba will leave Barcelona at the end of the season after 11 years with the Catalan outfit, the LaLiga club said on Wednesday. FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - LaLiga - Rayo Vallecano v FC Barcelona - Campo de Futbol de Vallecas, Madrid, Spain - April 26, 2023 FC Barcelona's Jordi Alba before the match REUTERS/Juan Medina/File Photo The …

Lamine Yamal becomes Barca’s youngest ever La Liga player
1 year, 8 months ago

Lamine Yamal becomes Barca’s youngest ever La Liga player

The Hindu  

Barcelona brought on 15-year-old forward Lamine Yamal in their 4-0 win over Real Betis on Saturday to make him their youngest ever player in La Liga. The Catalan club said he was their second youngest player of all time, behind Albert Almasque in 1902 who played in the Macaya cup at 13 years, 11 months and six days old. The …

La Liga: Coach Xavi hails ‘fearless’ 15-year-old, Yamal, after Barca call-up
1 year, 8 months ago

La Liga: Coach Xavi hails ‘fearless’ 15-year-old, Yamal, after Barca call-up

The Hindu  

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez praised “fearless” 15-year-old winger Lamine Yamal after including him in the squad for the first time, to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday in La Liga. “Everyone in the squad list has the chance of playing,” said Xavi, who could make Yamal the youngest Barcelona player of all time. “He’s an innate talent, the new generations, the …

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 …

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, 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 …

'He’s going to be a great': Ronaldinho praises Lionel Messi in letter to his younger self
1 year, 11 months ago

'He’s going to be a great': Ronaldinho praises Lionel Messi in letter to his younger self

Firstpost  

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho ranks among the most creative footballers the world has ever witnessed. In a letter published on ‘The Player Tribune’, Ronaldinho penned a message to his younger self, which started with “Dear eight-year-old Ronaldinho…” A portion of the letter which has been going viral, reveals his regard for former Barcelona star Lionel Messi. pic.twitter.com/EEpkyBCdGL — Players' Tribune Football …

Borussia Dortmund tells young talent Youssoufa Moukoko to decide on future
1 year, 11 months ago

Borussia Dortmund tells young talent Youssoufa Moukoko to decide on future

The Hindu  

Borussia Dortmund has told 18-year-old striker Youssoufa Moukoko to make a decision about his future this month as one of the most sought-after young talents in world soccer weighs up whether to sign a new contract or become a free agent. Moukoko became the youngest player ever to represent Germany at a men’s World Cup in November and is Dortmund’s …

Dortmund tells young talent Moukoko to decide on future
1 year, 11 months ago

Dortmund tells young talent Moukoko to decide on future

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — Borussia Dortmund has told 18-year-old striker Youssoufa Moukoko to make a decision about his future this month as one of the most sought-after young talents in world soccer weighs up whether to sign a new contract or become a free agent. Moukoko became the youngest player ever to represent Germany at a men’s World Cup in November …

Messi capable of playing ’until he’s 50’: Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez
2 years ago

Messi capable of playing ’until he’s 50’: Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez

Live Mint  

Four days after Argentina's all-time greatest football player Lionel Messi announced that he will retire post the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez hinted that Messi could return for the 2026 World Cup and capable of playing 'until he's 50'. Despite Messi will be 39 when the next World Cup rolls around in 2026 in Canada, …

Messi says he will not retire from Argentinian national team
2 years ago

Messi says he will not retire from Argentinian national team

Al Jazeera  

After lifting the World Cup, the 35-year-old star says he will continue playing in an Argentina shirt for a while yet. Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi has quashed speculation and pledged to continue playing for his country, despite realising his lifetime ambition of winning the sport’s biggest prize. “I want to keep experiencing a few more matches as world …

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 …

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 …

Happy Birthday Lionel Messi, Let's take a look at five lesser-known facts about football legend
2 years, 6 months ago

Happy Birthday Lionel Messi, Let's take a look at five lesser-known facts about football legend

India TV News  

Football legend Lionel Messi turned 35 years old on Friday. To celebrate this auspicious day, here are some interesting and lesser-known facts about Messi: Messi tops the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes, 2022: In the list of athletes like Lebron James, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Roger Federer, Messi claims the number one spot. 'La Pulga' is a Spanish word that translates …

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 …

Lionel Messi makes surprise Barcelona return for Xavi's 42nd birthday
2 years, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi makes surprise Barcelona return for Xavi's 42nd birthday

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi made a surprise return to Barcelona on Monday night, where he celebrated Xavi's 42nd birthday alongside former team-mates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Messi was left out of the Argentina squad to face Chile and Colombia in World Cup qualifying later this week as his country's place in the tournament later this year is all but secured, so …

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 …

Xavi should be given time to succeed as Barcelona coach: Puyol
3 years, 1 month ago

Xavi should be given time to succeed as Barcelona coach: Puyol

The Hindu  

Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez should be given "time and confidence" to succeed at the Catalan club, former captain Carles Puyol said after his ex-team mate began life in his new role with a 1-0 home win over local rivals Espanyol. Xavi, who played for Barcelona for 17 years and won 25 trophies, was named head coach after the club …

Xavi Hernandez to return to Barcelona as its new coach
3 years, 2 months ago

Xavi Hernandez to return to Barcelona as its new coach

The Hindu  

Xavi Hernandez, the player who personified the attacking style made popular by Barcelona and Spain’s national team, is returning to Camp Nou as the new coach of his struggling boyhood club. The 41-year-old Xavi left Barcelona in 2015 after helping the club win 25 titles, including four Champions Leagues and eight Spanish leagues in 17 seasons. “Xavi informed us a …

Barcelona appoint club legend Xavi as head coach
3 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona appoint club legend Xavi as head coach

Al Jazeera  

Barcelona says Xavi Hernandez to become first team coach on a contract until 2024, replacing the sacked Ronald Koeman. Futbol Club Barcelona have named former midfielder and captain Xavi Hernandez as head coach on a contract until 2024, following the sacking of Ronald Koeman. “FC Barcelona have reached an agreement with Xavi Hernandez for him to become first team coach …

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 …

Barcelona Closing in on Xavi as B team Coach Sergi Barjuan Put in Temporary Charge
3 years, 2 months ago

Barcelona Closing in on Xavi as B team Coach Sergi Barjuan Put in Temporary Charge

News 18  

Barcelona are close to finalising Xavi Hernandez’s long-anticipated return as coach, according to various reports in the Catalan press on Thursday, with B team coach Sergi Barjuan put in temporary charge following the sacking of Ronald Koeman. A poor start to the season has raised the possibility of the team even failing to qualify for next season’s Champions League, which …

Firstpost Explains: Who is responsible for Lionel Messi leaving Barcelona after 21 years?
3 years, 5 months ago

Firstpost Explains: Who is responsible for Lionel Messi leaving Barcelona after 21 years?

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi joined Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain after 21 years with Barcelona. I never imagined having to say goodbye as I didn’t think about it.” Up until then, many Barcelona faithfuls wished there was a possibility that Messi could stay. After 21 years, 17 seasons with the first time, 778 appearances, 672 goals, 10 league titles, six Ballons d’Or, …

Who played alongside Lionel Messi in his Barcelona debut in 2004 and where are they now?
3 years, 5 months ago

Who played alongside Lionel Messi in his Barcelona debut in 2004 and where are they now?

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi was destined for great things ever since he agreed to join Barcelona by signing a napkin in the restaurant of a tennis club aged 13, and fans are still coming to terms with his shock departure from the club. Juliano Belletti's only Barca goal won them the 2006 Champions League final against Arsenal OLEGUER PRESAS The centreback was …

AP Source: PSG remains in talks on signing Lionel Messi
3 years, 5 months ago

AP Source: PSG remains in talks on signing Lionel Messi

Associated Press  

Paris Saint-Germain and Lionel Messi are in negotiations on a contract after financially troubled Barcelona was unable to keep the superstar, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Saturday. Messi’s legal team is in Paris and negotiations have seen an annual net salary of around 25 million euros discussed which would be lower than his …

End of an era: Barcelona says Lionel Messi won’t stay with the club
3 years, 5 months ago

End of an era: Barcelona says Lionel Messi won’t stay with the club

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s time at Barcelona appears to be over. Barcelona announced on August 6 that Messi will not stay with the club, saying that the Spanish league’s financial regulations made it impossible to sign the Argentina star to a new contract. Barcelona said in a statement that a deal for a new contract had been reached but financial “obstacles” made …

Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona ahead of La Liga 2021-22
3 years, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona ahead of La Liga 2021-22

The Hindu  

In a shocking revelation on Thursday night, Barcelona announced club legend Lionel Messi will not continue with the Spanish giant. "Despite having reached an agreement between Barcelona and Leo Messi and with the clear intention of both parties to sign a new contract today, it will not be possible to formalize due to economic and structural obstacles," the official statement …

Impossible for Barcelona to keep Lionel Messi without departures, says La Liga chief Tebas
3 years, 6 months ago

Impossible for Barcelona to keep Lionel Messi without departures, says La Liga chief Tebas

The Hindu  

Barcelona must considerably reduce its wage bill in order to keep Lionel Messi, La Liga chief Javier Tebas said on Thursday, adding that the club would not be shown any leniency when it comes to obeying the league's strict financial control rules. Messi, Barca's all-time top scorer and appearance maker, ended his 21-year association with the club last month and …

Lionel Messi's contract with Barcelona ends, Argentine expected to stay at Catalan club
3 years, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi's contract with Barcelona ends, Argentine expected to stay at Catalan club

Firstpost  

The expectation is that Messi will stay at the Catalan club. Lionel Messi’s contract with Barcelona is coming to an end Wednesday with no news from the player or the club about his future. That decision was made not long after the team’s embarrassing 8-2 loss to Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals of the Champions League, one of the worst …

Messi's future up in the air as Barcelona contract ends
3 years, 6 months ago

Messi's future up in the air as Barcelona contract ends

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 Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi’s contract with Barcelona …

Lionel Messi Given Early Holidays, Could Have Played Final Game for Barcelona
3 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi Given Early Holidays, Could Have Played Final Game for Barcelona

News 18  

Lionel Messi has been given permission by Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman to miss this weekend’s final La Liga match of the season against Eibar and take holiday, the club confirmed on Friday, meaning he may have played his last game for Catalan side. He requested to leave the club last year and was linked by British and Spanish media with …

LaLiga: With Barcelona out of title race, Lionel Messi has future to decide
3 years, 7 months ago

LaLiga: With Barcelona out of title race, Lionel Messi has future to decide

Firstpost  

Barcelona: With Barcelona’s season effectively over, Lionel Messi now has a big decision to make. Barcelona have one game left on the calendar, but with nothing to play for except third place in the league, the club’s attention is now fully on the future of their inscrutable star. Last summer, Messi had said he wanted to leave Barcelona after a …

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