Leo Messi Transfer: La Liga: Lionel Messi’s potential return to Barcelona has been a hot topic in the football world since his departure to Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2021. However, recent reports suggest that the Catalan club is in a solid position to bring their former captain back to Camp Nou. Follow La Liga LIVE Updates on Insidesport.IN
According to SPORT, Barcelona is likely to offer a two-year contract to Messi as they plan for his return from PSG in the summer. Talks between the Argentine and PSG have broken down, while offers from Saudi Arabia and the MLS are unlikely to be considered as Messi wants to continue playing in Europe.
Barcelona’s last contract with Messi before he left was said to be worth around €100 million per year, gross. However, the club can no longer offer such a salary due to financial constraints. The proposed offer is said to be worth €13 million-a-year, similar to what Robert Lewandowski earns.
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Barcelona wishes to hand Messi a two-year contract that would keep him at the club until 2025, with a provision for the player to leave in 2024 if he wishes to do so. However, the operation cannot go through until the club resolves their Financial Fair Play issues.
La Liga president Javier Tebas emphasized this fact in a press conference, saying, “Today I don’t see his signing as feasible. But there’s a lot of time left, and Barça can still make moves to get him. I hope and wish they make it happen. I’m a fan of Messi; he is the best player in the world.”
Barcelona has been working on the operation for some time now, studying all possible details through which they can register the 35-year-old legend. And, they believe that they can turn the dream into reality.
Messi’s return to Barcelona would undoubtedly be a massive boost for the club, both on and off the pitch. His presence would undoubtedly increase the team’s chances of winning titles, and it would also provide a financial boost for the club through merchandise sales and increased ticket sales.
