Rumours of Inter Miami star Lionel Messi returning to Barcelona are raging again courtesy of a “can’t leave football” transfer claim.
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Argentine left Liga giants in 2021Now plying his trade in the United StatesWants to play at new Camp NouFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The Argentine icon severed ties with the Liga giants in 2021. Much-publicised financial difficulties in Catalunya meant that Barca were unable to agree a new contract with their all-time top goalscorer, leading to him leaving for Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent.
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After two years in France, Messi decided to go chasing the American dream in 2023. He is now on the books of MLS side Inter Miami and has helped them to Leagues Cup and Supporters’ Shield triumphs during his time in Florida, while landing himself an MVP award.
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Messi is now into the final year of his contract with the Herons. Said deal does include the option for a 12-month extension, but there has also been talk of the South American bringing the curtain down on his career elsewhere.
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Alex Candal is the man that first reported on Messi heading to the United States. He has now suggested that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner wants to return to Barcelona before hanging up his boots. Candal, speaking to , credits Messi as saying: “I can’t leave football without playing at the new Camp Nou.”