Lionel Messi

2023 - 3 - 31

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FC Barcelona Vice President Confirms Talks With Lionel Messi To ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste has confirmed that the club has contacted Lionel Messi about a possible return to the club this summer.

We are in contact with them, yes," Yuste confirmed. "Leo [Messi] and his family know the affection I have for them. On Thursday, French sports outlet L'Equipe reported that Messi currently takes home €3.375 million ($3.7 million) a month from the Ligue 1 giants, which puts him third behind teammates Neymar in second and leader Kylian Mbappe. [reported](https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/messi-oferta-barca-arribar-fins-200-milions_993000_102.html) by El Nacional that they will instead look to offer Messi a €200,000 ($217,600) yearly wage and [then the proceeds from his farewell match and possibly merchandise that could bring in between €100-200 million ](https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomsanderson/2023/03/22/fc-barcelona-improve-lionel-messi-return-offer-to-200-million-and-set-contract-lengthreports/?sh=7f472099a841)($108.8-217.6 million). I participated in the negotiations that unfortunately did not lead to a successful conclusion," Yuste began, reminiscing about the Argentine's exit. [has reported](https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20230331/1001977464/psg-intentar-retener-messi.html) on Friday that PSG are [willing to offer Messi "more money and more years" than just the additional "plus one"](https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomsanderson/2023/03/31/paris-saint-germain-offer-lionel-messi-more-money-and-more-years-to-stay-and-snub-fc-barcelonareports/).

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PSG star Lionel Messi left in awe at Argentina teammate's tattoo of ... (SPORTbible)

PSG forward Lionel Messi was thrilled with Nicolas Otamendi's tribute to him after the Argentina defender shared his World Cup-inspired tattoos on ...

[Messi](https://www.sportbible.com/lionel-messi) scored seven times at the tournament in Qatar and narrowly missed out on the Golden Boot to Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe. The doors will always be open. [a shock opening defeat to Saudi Arabia](https://www.sportbible.com/football/argentina-saudi-arabia-world-cup-20221122) at the World Cup to reach the final against France.

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Barcelona Vice-President confirms talks with Lionel Messi over return (Football Espana)

He made the comments to Sport, amongst other gathered press, as the club opened the 10th edition of their Barca Academy Wolrd Cup. Asked about the Argentine's ...

We will always be in love with Leo and he will be in love with Barca and the city of Barcelona. Yuste’s statements also come fresh off the back of Then, if the conditions are met, because Leo is a PSG player and I wouldn’t like to say anything else my tastes and desires, we would enter into the possibility of welcoming him. I have the thorn in me that Leo could not continue in our club. I participated in the negotiations that unfortunately did not lead to success. Yuste went on to highlight that he hoped “that all the conditions can fit together so that this story of mutual love ends with Messi at Barca.

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Barcelona confirm they will go all out to re-sign Lionel Messi in ... (The Sun)

BARCELONA have made contact with Lionel Messi's camp over a free transfer this summer.The Argentina legend left the Nou Camp in the summer of 2021 aft.

"Morally, as the president of Barcelona, I think I did what needed to be done. He said: “We’ve been in contact with Leo Messi’s camp. "And I believe it is our responsibility to make sure that chapter is still open, that it hasn't closed. [Joan Laporta is also determined to land the superstar](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/5847682/barcelona-messi-transfer-laporta-psg/) and reportedly met with his father and agent Jorge recently. [club are in "permanent contact"](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/7467299/xavi-hints-barcelona-messi-transfer-return/) with the 35-year-old, hinting a return could be on the cards. [verbally agreed a new deal](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/6966379/messi-psg-contract-transfer-barcelona-inter-miami/) with the French giants but a contract is yet to come to fruition.

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Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste confirms Lionel Messi contact ... (WION)

Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste has confirmed the club's desire to resign former star and legendary Lionel Messi, two years after he left for Paris ...

With less than six months to go before his current deal expires, Messi is free to discuss terms with other teams around the world with Barcelona still a preferred preposition for him. Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste has confirmed the club's desire to re-sign Lionel Messi having made contact with his representatives. Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste has confirmed the club’s desire to resign former star and legendary Lionel Messi, two years after he left for Paris Saint-Germain.

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'He Is Waiting' - Journalist Drops Huge Update On Lionel Messi's ... (SportzWiki)

It is unclear what will happen to him after his two-year contract with the French champions expires this summer. Lionel Messi has apparently received offers ...

Reliable journalist Gerard Romero has claimed that Lionel Messi is willing to accept a pay cut in order to return to Barcelona. “Time is playing against PSG and if Messi was 100% convinced, he would have already signed the extension with PSG, who are already on the table. The Catalans have been trying hard to repair their damaged relationship with Messi since he was forced to leave the club in the summer of 2021.

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How much salary will Lionel Messi earn if he returns to Barcelona ... (Sportskeeda)

Lionel Messi is reportedly set to agree to a massive wage cut to rejoin Barcelona. The Argentine is set to be offered a one-year deal with an optional year, ...

"My feeling is that there is a 50% chance that Leo Messi will return at Barça. Laporta must have a face to face talk with him. They were in contract talks, but the FIFA World Cup winner is reportedly leaning towards a return to Spain. "Leo Messi is ready to take a pay cut and adapt to a salary in accordance with Barça's situation. The report comes just days after Gerard Romero claimed the Argentine was ready to take a wage cut to move back to Camp Nou. The Argentine is set to be offered a one-year deal with an optional year, with €6-7 million in wages per season.

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WATCH: Nicolas Otamendi gets Lionel Messi World Cup trophy ... (Goal.com)

Lionel Messi has responded to Argentina team-mate Nicolas Otamendi getting a new tattoo that features him touching the World Cup trophy.

[completed his medal collection in stunning fashion at Qatar 2022](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-messi-lifts-world-cup-trophy-argentina-thrilling-penalty-shootout-france-goat/blt38b30d6ba3692fc1), with his seven-goal haul helping the Albiceleste to secure a global crown while he landed the second Golden Ball of his remarkable career. [passed the 800-goal mark](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-lionel-messi-800-career-goals-stunning-25-yard-free-kick-argentina/blt0469f252f792934f) across all competitions while also [becoming a centurion for his country](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/messi-past-100-goal-milestone-argentina-stunning-first-half-hat-trick-curacao/blt63599a6db6c43805). Celebrations on the back of that triumph in the Middle East have dragged on for several months, with no-nonsense centre-half Otamendi the [latest to get a lasting reminder of what was achieved](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-di-maria-huge-world-cup-tattoo-argentina-qatar-2022/blt1a2f9cec88e98513) by Messi and Co.

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Otamendi gets Messi tattoo to celebrate World Cup success (ESPN)

Lionel Messi has thanked Argentina teammate Nicolas Otamendi after the centre-back got a tattoo to mark their shared moment of World Cup glory.

[Nicolas Tagliafico](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/145190/Nicolás-Tagliafico) had an image of himself hoisting the trophy aloft indelibly added to his leg, which the Ajax left-back formally unveiled the month after the tournament. The image is taken from the Spanish deck of cards and is believed to be a cryptic celebration of the incredible run of success the PSG forward has enjoyed with his national team over the past few years. [Leandro Paredes](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/153115/Leandro-Paredes) went for the straightforward option when it came to his post-World Cup ink by adding an image of the trophy to his lower body, complete with the date of the final. , along with the date of the final in Lusail. You are not only a whole country, you [also] are the history of this sport. [Randal Kolo Muani](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/252971/Randal-Kolo-Muani) in the dying seconds of the match. para la eternidad. Nico Tagliafico, en la piel... [pic.twitter.com/XQk76JITaF] [January 3, 2023] [Alejandro Gomez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/149578/Alejandro-Gómez) got several small tattoos on his calf, including one honouring compatriot [Emiliano Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/158626/Emiliano-Martínez), the goalkeeper who produced several notably heroic saves to keep France at bay in the World Cup final. [Lionel Messi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/45843/Lionel-Messi) has offered his thanks to [Argentina](/soccer/team?id=202) teammate [Nicolas Otamendi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/119289/Nicolás-Otamendi) after the centre-back revealed on social media that he has commissioned a special tattoo to mark their shared moment of glory at the [World Cup](/soccer/league/_/name/FIFA.WORLD). [Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.)](/espnplus/schedule/_/type/upcoming/categoryId/119cfa41-71d4-39bf-a790-6273a52b0259/channel/ESPN_PLUS) [Angel Di Maria](https://www.espn.co.uk/football/player/_/id/108223/angel-di-maria) was among the first to go under the needle less than a week after the final, showing off a huge tattoo of the World Cup on his right knee along with three stars (one for each World Cup success), the Sun of May (taken from the country's flag) and a snippet of the architecture of the Lusail Stadium. [shared a video of the abdominal tattoo being completed](https://www.instagram.com/stories/nicolasotamendi30/3070145503386703433/), which also includes artwork of the two other trophies Argentina have won in the past few years, the Finalissima and the [Copa America](/soccer/league/_/name/CONMEBOL.AMERICA).

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Emotional Lionel Messi reacts to Argentina pal Nicolas Otamendi's ... (The Sun)

LIONEL MESSI hailed a “more than special” tattoo Argentina team-mate Nicolas Otamendi has had inked to celebrate their World Cup triumph.Lionel Sc.

[Otamendi](https://www.the-sun.com/who/nicolas-otamendi/) also played a key role as part of Scaloni’s backline at the World Cup and played every minute at the tournament. [hat-trick in Wednesday’s 7-0 thrashing of Curacao](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/7744488/lionel-messi-curacao-shirt-argentina/). [Argentina held their nerve in the shootout to win the World Cup](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/6943586/argentina-france-messi-wins-world-cup-mbappe/) for the first time since 1986.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona VP confirms club 'in contact' with PSG ... (The Athletic)

Barcelona vice president Rafael Yuste says the club are “in contact” with Lionel Messi's camp over a potential return to Camp Nou. Messi, 35, left Barcelona ...

“There are discussions going on between the two parties. I have a great relationship with him and if he decides he wants to come back we will listen to him and we will be delighted.” There are things we want to improve to be more competitive. He’s the best player in the history of the club, but it’s not the right time. “To everything you’ve asked me, I would say yes. He said: “I often talk to Leo, I’m friends with him, but it’s not the right time.

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Barcelona plan to play Lionel Messi in MIDFIELD if he secures ... (Goal.com)

Barcelona are reportedly drawing up plans that would see Lionel Messi fill a midfield playmaking post for them if he were to return to Camp Nou.

The current leaders of La Liga have profited from a four-man midfield system this season and believe Messi would slot seamlessly into that group. [HAVE YOUR SAY: Can Man City catch Arsenal?](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/can-manchester-city-catch-arsenal-premier-league-title-race/blt326d19bb0f61ccd0) [contract at Paris Saint-Germain runs down](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lionel-messi-has-only-one-offer-psg-barcelona-return-mls/blt8f0eab1a08178992).

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Lionel Messi To Return To FC Barcelona? Rafa Yuste Confirms ... (Zee News)

According to Mundo Deportivo, PSG is willing to offer Messi.

I have the thorn in my side that Leo could not continue in our club," Yuste said, reminiscing about Messi's exit. Given Barcelona's economic woes, they cannot match PSG in terms of salary. We are in contact with them, yes," Yuste confirmed. "If we are talking about La Masia and grassroots football, we are talking about Messi. L'Equipe, on the other hand, reported that Messi currently takes home €3.375 million ($3.7 million) a month from the Ligue 1 giants, which puts him behind teammates Neymar and Kylian Mbappe. The Argentine has so far been reluctant to take up the option of an additional year at the Parc des Princes. Messi famously left Barcelona in tears in 2021 and signed a two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) which expires on June 30. I participated in the negotiations that unfortunately did not lead to a successful conclusion. "Leo [Messi] and his family know the affection I have for them. However, according to El Nacional, the club will look to offer Messi a €200,000 ($217,600) yearly wage and then the proceeds from his farewell match and merchandise that could bring in between €100-200 million ($108.8-217.6 million). According to Mundo Deportivo, PSG is willing to offer Messi "more money and more years" than just the additional "plus one". FC Barcelona's Vice President, Rafa Yuste, has confirmed that the club has been in contact with Lionel Messi about a possible return to the club this summer.

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Newell's Old Boys Confirm They Will Try To Sign Lionel Messi And ... (Forbes)

Newell's Old Boys have confirmed that they will try to sign Lionel Messi this summer and hijack FC Barcelona's plot to see their greatest ever player return ...

As a consequence, he would finally end a two-decade plus stay on the Old Continent which began when he joined Barca's famed La Masia academy from Newell's as a shy 13-year-old in 2000. We'll wait for him whenever he wants [to come]." "Time will tell if he comes or not. "Newell's would be the most watched team on the continent," he predicted. "[Conmebol president] Alejandro Dominguez said that Lionel lacked winning the Libertadores. It is 100% our desire for Messi to come to Newell's.

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Barcelona confirm Lionel Messi contact as they push for his return (The Guardian)

Barcelona's vice-president Rafael Yuste has said the club have been in contact with Lionel Messi about a possible return.

I’ve always had and I have this thorn in my side that Leo couldn’t continue at our club. “I participated in the negotiations which unfortunately did not lead to a certain result. “Leo and his family know the affection I have for them,” Yuste said.

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Confirmed: Barcelona ARE in talks to re-sign Lionel Messi from PSG (Goal.com)

Argentine icon left Camp Nou in 2021 · Running down contract in France · Could return to Catalunya as a free agent.

He has said of [welcoming a familiar face back to a spiritual home](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barcelona-messi-home-left-in-peace-psg-xavi/blt9204bfd8fbb2e27f): “It will depend on many things. [including club president Joan Laporta](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lionel-messi-barcelona-doors-open-joan-laporta-hint-return/blt35c6d3cc9f9741cb), have left the door open for Messi to return, with first team coach Xavi hoping to see his former team-mate take in a “Last Dance” at Camp Nou. There has been talk of interest being shown in the all-time great from MLS and the Middle East, but strong professional ties to Camp Nou mean that [a stunning retracing of steps](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barcelona-plan-lionel-messi-midfield-sensational-return-camp-nou-psg/bltae18f19e21613f24) could take the 35-year-old back to Catalunya. We are in contact with them (referring to Messi and his father and agent Jorge Messi).” WHAT THEY SAID: Yuste has said of returning Messi to his roots at Barca, after bidding an emotion farewell to the mercurial South American in 2021: “I participated in the negotiations that sadly weren’t successful. [a triumphant 2022 World Cup campaign](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-nicolas-otamendi-lionel-messi-world-cup-trophy-tattoo/blt2ac7b25e709902be).

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Barcelona plan to play Lionel Messi in MIDFIELD if he secures ... (Goal.com)

Barcelona are reportedly drawing up plans that would see Lionel Messi fill a midfield playmaking post for them if he were to return to Camp Nou.

The current leaders of La Liga have profited from a four-man midfield system this season and believe Messi would slot seamlessly into that group. [HAVE YOUR SAY: Can Man City catch Arsenal?](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/can-manchester-city-catch-arsenal-premier-league-title-race/blt326d19bb0f61ccd0) [contract at Paris Saint-Germain runs down](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lionel-messi-has-only-one-offer-psg-barcelona-return-mls/blt8f0eab1a08178992).

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Lionel Messi future: Xavi opens up on chances of Argentine ... (Eurosport.com)

Barcelona manager Xavi has admitted the club “will listen and be delighted” if Lionel Messi asked to return to the La Liga side.

Leo knows this is his home and that our doors are open, and that we will be delighted if he decides to come back to Barca. And right now, we are one step away from winning titles. “We’ve been in contact with Leo Messi’s camp. "Let’s focus on the important things. Everything is at stake this season. The whole season we're being told that we weren’t going to win titles, receiving criticism from you all the time.

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Lionel Messi Heading Back to Barcelona? Barca Vice President ... (News18)

Lionel Messi's return to Barcelona could be a real possibility with Barca vice-president confirming conversations with the PSG superstar.

However, Messi’s potential return to Barca is not likely to be a straightforward move given the Catalan giants’ woeful financial situation. If we are talking about La Masia and grassroots football, we are talking about Messi. I participated in the negotiations that unfortunately did not lead to a successful conclusion." As per Mundo Deportivo, PSG are willing to offer Messi a lot more money than he is already earning to extend his stay in the French Capital. [ALSO READ Messi has been in conversation with Paris Saint-Germain to extend his contract however, the two parties have found so resolution.

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Barcelona VP confirms Lionel Messi transfer talks as PSG contract ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Barcelona VP Rafa Yuste confirmed the club are in contact with Lionel Messi about bringing him back when his contract with PSG expires in June.

"He is one of the best midfielders in the world right now, no doubt. "I don't understand how there can be a campaign against a kid aged 18 who has come through like he has and plays like he does. "Of course I would like him to come back, because of what he represents on a sporting, social and economic level. Reports claimed the midfielder's attitude had caused problems on and off the pitch. I'm the first person who would love to see the best player ever return. And it is normal that fans are excited about a 'Last Dance' like [happened with] Michael Jordan." If he wants to come back, if that's his intention, we will speak about it. It's an issue we're dealing [with], but from that to [him returning] is a big leap. If all the conditions come together and Leo comes back to Barcelona, it would be the perfect ending to a very happy story." If it happens, it will be because destiny takes you back to where you have to go. He's won everything in the game, and it will depend on his happiness. [Barca] president [Joan Laporta] has been with Leo's father, and there is a good relationship.

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Barcelona vice president admits contacts with Lionel Messi (Playing for 90)

One of the fantasies of many a Barcelona supporter is the return of their former star Lionel Messi. The Argentine left the Catalan club two years ago after ...

Messi wants to return to Barcelona and the club want him back. The only thing left is for Barcelona to make an offer. Laporta knows he now has an opportunity to right the wrong of two seasons ago. One of the most significant holdups has to do with whether or not Barcelona would be able to accommodate his wages. If there has been a reconciliation, it’s a green light for Barcelona to make a move. He joined PSG and his relationship with the club soured to put it mildly.

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Barcelona VP confirms Lionel Messi transfer talks as PSG contract ... (ESPN)

Barcelona VP Rafa Yuste confirmed the club are in contact with Lionel Messi about bringing him back when his contract with PSG expires in June.

"He is one of the best midfielders in the world right now, no doubt. "I don't understand how there can be a campaign against a kid aged 18 who has come through like he has and plays like he does. "Of course I would like him to come back, because of what he represents on a sporting, social and economic level. Reports claimed the midfielder's attitude had caused problems on and off the pitch. I'm the first person who would love to see the best player ever return. And it is normal that fans are excited about a 'Last Dance' like [happened with] Michael Jordan." If he wants to come back, if that's his intention, we will speak about it. It's an issue we're dealing [with], but from that to [him returning] is a big leap. If all the conditions come together and Leo comes back to Barcelona, it would be the perfect ending to a very happy story." If it happens, it will be because destiny takes you back to where you have to go. He's won everything in the game, and it will depend on his happiness. [Barca] president [Joan Laporta] has been with Leo's father, and there is a good relationship.

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Newell's Old Boys confirm they will be going after Lionel Messi in ... (Bolavip)

Everyone knows Lionel Messi's heart belongs to Newell's Old Boys, and Newell's Old Boys are willing to do everything possible to finally have the Argentine ...

"From the desire that we have, it is 100% the desire for Messi to come to Newell's. What it also has is that many Argentine fans want to have him here and also the fans of America. "Alejandro Domínguez (President of Conmebol) said that Lionel needed to win the Copa Libertadores. According to Pablo Allegri, Newell’s Old Boys vice president, the club is ready to go all out for their biggest export. Now Newell’s Old Boys is daring to dream of a possible homecoming for Lionel Messi. [Messi](https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/Tony-Adams-rates-an-Arsenal-player-alongside-Lionel-Messi-20230329-0009.html) scored almost 500 goals on the team called "The Machine of '87".

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Barcelona confirm Lionel Messi approach (La Prensa Latina)

Barcelona, Spain, Mar 31 (EFE).- Barcelona have been in contact with Paris Saint-Germain forward Lionel Messi over a potential return to the Camp Nou, ...

“I have always had the thorn in my side that Leo could not continue at Barça. Barcelona head coach, Messi’s former teammate Xavi Hernandez, said “now is not the moment” to contemplate the Argentine superstar’s return, but that he would be “the first” who would wish for such an outcome. Of course I would love for him to return,” said Yuste, adding that the “love affair is mutual” and “fate is wise and makes you return to where you belong.”

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Lionel Messi, Barcelona in Transfer Talks for When PSG Contract ... (Bleacher Report)

Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste confirmed Friday that the club has been in contact with Lionel Messi about potentially bringing him back to Barça when ...

During that time, Messi scored a remarkable 672 goals in 778 appearances across all competitions for Barça. In addition to leading Argentina to their first World Cup win since 1986, Messi won the Golden Ball as the MVP of the tournament. "I am still gutted he couldn't continue here.

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Newell's Old Boys “100% committed” to signing Lionel Messi from PSG (AS English)

The Argentina captain played in Newell's youth academy before joining Barcelona. Now, the Rosario club are chasing the “dream” of his return.

We will do everything we possibly can to make it happen”, added the Newell’s vice president. After that, I approached the president and he told us that we have to work together to make the dream of Messi playing in the tournament come true. [Messi’s contract in the French capital](https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-the-highest-paid-athlete-in-the-world-n/) runs out at the end of June and nothing has as yet been decided about where he will play next season, with rumours of a move to MLS or [a return to Barcelona](https://en.as.com/soccer/will-messi-rejoin-barcelona-xavi-now-including-star-in-squad-planning-n/). “We’re going to try to make the dream of signing Messi come true. In Argentina, there is growing excitement about the possibility of a national icon moving back home to Newell’s, where he played in the youth academy before making the move to Barcelona. The Argentina captain played in Newell’s youth academy before joining Barcelona.

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Paris Saint Germain Offer Lionel Messi 'More Money And More ... (Forbes)

Messi signed for the Parisians on a free transfer in the summer of 2021 when boyhood club FC Barcelona could not navigate a strict La Liga salary cap. L'Equipe ...

He could venture south from the French capital and re-join FC Barcelona too. [reported](https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/psg/nueva-oferta-psg-renovar-leo-84946097) earlier this month that PSG would offer Messi an improved contract extension on the orders of the Emir of Qatar who wants to renew the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner "at all costs". Simultaneously, it is also possible that Messi calls time on his European career and heads back over the Atlantic to Inter Miami in the MLS. [reported](https://www.marca.com/en/football/ligue-1/2021/09/18/6145a66322601d8c1b8b4592.html) at the time that the Argentine had put pen to paper on a two-year deal that paid him €30 million ($32.6 million) per season and came with the option of an additional term at the Parc des Princes. [2022 list of the World Highest-Paid Soccer Players](https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=9988f9016d8a0843JmltdHM9MTY4MDEzNDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0yYzhjNWMzYy02ZWU0LTZkZTYtMGExNS00Yzk2NmY0YzZjZmUmaW5zaWQ9NTE4Mw&ptn=3&hsh=3&fclid=2c8c5c3c-6ee4-6de6-0a15-4c966f4c6cfe&psq=highest+paid+soccer+players+2022+forbes&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZm9yYmVzLmNvbS9zaXRlcy9qdXN0aW5iaXJuYmF1bS8yMDIyLzEwLzA3L3RoZS13b3JsZHMtaGlnaGVzdC1wYWlkLXNvY2Nlci1wbGF5ZXJzLTIwMjIta3lsaWFuLW1iYXBwLWNsYWltcy1uby0xLXdoaWxlLWVybGluZy1oYWFsYW5kLWRlYnV0cy8&ntb=1), Kylian Mbappe, who takes home €6 million ($6.5 million) monthly as Neymar finished in second place on €3.675 million ($4 million). Messi is stalling on taking that offer up, however, and the same French sports outlet reported this week that there is "growing pessimism" he will do so because of the need to balance Financial Fair Play limits.

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PSG doing EVERYTHING in desperate last-ditch attempt to keep ... (Goal.com)

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly readying a desperate last-ditch bid to keep Lionel Messi on their books, with more money set to be thrown his way.

Indeed, he has been subjected to jeers from fans while he also AND WHAT'S MORE: Messi had the option a 12-month extension at that stage, but PSG would be prepared to keep the 35-year-old beyond 2024. They are also open to revising the +1 clause that was included in an initial contract from the summer of 2021. [willing to meet whatever demands are made](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/all-possible-means-qatar-send-lionel-messi-contract-demand-psg-barcelona-return/bltde680635a519433e). With the South American’s head being turned, [Mundo Deportivo](https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20230331/1001977464/psg-intentar-retener-messi.html) reports that the reigning Ligue 1 title holders have informed Messi’s entourage that they will pay whatever it takes to get a deal done. [TOP STORY: Barcelona confirm Messi return talks](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/confirmed-barcelona-in-talks-re-sign-lionel-messi-psg/bltbcf2a77838b0a557)

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Why Lionel Messi is struggling to find his feet at PSG (The Federal)

Football pundits have been asking questions, that why Messi hasn't performed well in Paris and why PSG has crashed out of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) ...

Both Messi and Mbappe tend to ghost the pitch when they are deprived of the ball. “Sometimes, Messi needs to trust the ability of his teammates in possession and concentrate on receiving the ball from them where he can do damage. It’s simply the Argentine midfield players who are more than willing to play along with him, or in tandem with him, or ultimately for their captain. They crashed out of the French Cup for the second consecutive year followed by the exit from the UCL and a defeat at their home ground. At the same time, the PSG coaching staff failed to realise that Messi would have lost a yard or two from his pace and the team should be re-strategised accordingly. Angel Di Maria was the first casualty, as far as a place in the starting eleven is concerned – of Messi’s entry to the PSG ranks. Neymar, who had started the season in stunning form, incidentally had to retire hurt. They did not realise the necessity of getting the ball to Messi, who has this uncanny ability to pass and link up play, which he tried brilliantly with Neymar. That must be one of the reasons they went all out to sign Messi after trying for almost a decade. The feud between Neymar and Mbappe that transgressed from the locker room to the pitch fuelled these rumours. Football pundits have been asking questions, that why Messi hasn’t performed well in Paris and why PSG has crashed out of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) without making it to the round of eight, twice in a row despite making dream signings last year. It would not be wrong to assume that, it was PSG management’s commercial or even political interests that made the Messi signing possible after the player had to leave FC Barcelona in 2021.

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Barcelona remain in contact with PSG's Lionel Messi and want ... (Eurosport.com)

Barcelona still want Lionel Messi, Manchester United may sell Scott McTominay, Thomas Tuchel wants his Chelsea man, and Liverpool will spend this summer.

“Old Trafford sources insist he has an important role to play for the rest of the season and won’t be pushed out. The Argentine striker is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer and has been linked with a move back to Barcelona, as well as to Inter Miami, and the Saudi Arabian League. “And Tuchel is keen to land the Englishman soon, with the pair having guided Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021. Even if you lose contact.’” “Tuchel is "optimistic" a deal will be made but Chelsea don't want Barry at Bayern if the two clubs meet in the Champions League semi-finals. “He spoke about his disappointment at the fact that Messi had to leave in 2021, but is hopeful that the Argentine can finish his career at the Camp Nou.

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Barcelona remain in contact with PSG's Lionel Messi and want ... (Eurosport.co.uk)

Barcelona still want Lionel Messi, Manchester United may sell Scott McTominay, Thomas Tuchel wants his Chelsea man, and Liverpool will spend this summer.

“Old Trafford sources insist he has an important role to play for the rest of the season and won’t be pushed out. The Argentine striker is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer and has been linked with a move back to Barcelona, as well as to Inter Miami, and the Saudi Arabian League. “And Tuchel is keen to land the Englishman soon, with the pair having guided Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021. Even if you lose contact.’” “Tuchel is "optimistic" a deal will be made but Chelsea don't want Barry at Bayern if the two clubs meet in the Champions League semi-finals. “He spoke about his disappointment at the fact that Messi had to leave in 2021, but is hopeful that the Argentine can finish his career at the Camp Nou.

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PSG ready to make 'unlimited' contract offer to Lionel Messi (Football Espana)

Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to do whatever it takes to keep Lionel Messi at the club this summer.

[with club vice president Rafa Yuste confirming they are in talks with his representatives.](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/03/31/barcelona-vice-president-confirms-talks-with-lionel-messi-over-return) [Paris Saint-Germain](https://psgtalk.com/) are prepared to do whatever it takes to keep [Lionel Messi](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/lionel-messi) at the club this summer. PSG have an option to offer Messi an additional 12 months, as per the terms of their original deal, but the 35-year-old is rumoured to be ready to leave.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona 'mu biganiro' irondera ko uyu musatirizi wa ... (BBC News)

Barcelona iri mu biganiro n'umusatirizi Lionel Messi kugira ngo irabe ko yasubira muri uwo murwi yakoreyemeo ibidasanzwe, nk'uko vyemezwa n'icegera ...

Imyaka ibiri iheze, Messi yavuye muri uyu murwi wo muri Espagne yamaze kwemera amasezerano mashasha na Barcelona y’umushahara ugabanijwe, ariko vyose bikaba vyategerezwa kuva ku kungene uyu murwi ushoboye kugurisha abakinyi kubera amabwirizwa mashasha ajanye n’ikoreshwa ry’amafaranga. Uyu musatirizi wa Argentina w’imyaka 35 ubu niwe mukinyi wa mbere yinjirije Barcelona ibitsindo vyinshi muri kahise k’uyu murwi, aho yinjije ibitsindo 672 mu nkino 778 akaba yavuye i Nou Camp (ikibuga ca Barcelona) mu 2021 kubera ibibazo vy’amafaranga. Barcelona iri mu biganiro n’umusatirizi Lionel Messi kugira ngo irabe ko yasubira muri uwo murwi yakoreyemeo ibidasanzwe, nk’uko vyemezwa n’icegera c’umukuru w’uyu murwi Rafael Yuste.

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Lionel Messi urged to return to Barcelona home by Xavi - Paper Talk (Sky Sports)

Plus: Todd Boehly to pay the price for summer Chelsea exodus; Steve Cooper fighting for future at Nottingham Forest; Everton face possible existential ...

Unai Emery admits Aston Villa were never able to compete with Chelsea for the signing of Joao Felix in the last transfer window, but hopes to start closing the gap on the Premier League's big boys in the future. Everton's ability to continue as a going concern would be plunged into doubt in the event of relegation from the Premier League, the club's latest set of accounts have revealed. Premier League clubs have discussed their fears that the new format for the FIFA Club World Cup, which expands to become a 32-team tournament in 2025, could become a "European Super League by the back door". Huddersfield Town's prospective owner Kevin Nagle has opened negotiations to buy control of the John Smith's Stadium, which is not included in his purchase of the club from Dean Hoyle. Former Arsenal transfer guru Sven Mislintat is on the verge of a return to top level football with Dutch giants Ajax - after the collapse of their move for Liverpool sporting director Julian Ward. Barcelona manager Xavi has urged Lionel Messi to "come home" after vice-president Rafa Yuste confirmed the club were in contact over a potentially stunning return this summer.

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The unconventional 'levers' Barcelona could include in contract offer ... (90min)

Barcelona have made it very clear that they are looking into the possibility of re-signing Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

Barcelona will attempt to hand Messi a two-year contract with the option for a third. La Blaugrana then [revealed](https://www.90min.com/posts/barcelona-confirm-contact-with-lionel-messi-summer-transfer) on Friday that they are exploring ways to bring the World Cup winner back to the club. [here](https://open.spotify.com/episode/4qHRD4DQoUz0bdjX4NUN4H) to listen to the podcast!

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Xavi Angry With FC Barcelona Board For Lionel Messi Transfer Talk ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez is angry with the club's board for the way it is publicly discussing the potential return of Lionel Messi, ...

Xavi concluded his answer by adding: "I wish that he can come back to help us. According to El Confidencial, however, Xavi has been angered by public talk of an approach for Messi and believes that the best way for the club's higher ups to help his team win titles is to refrain from talking about the Argentine and any other potential signings until the end of the season. "I talk to him often, but now is not the time for the benefit of everyone: for the player himself, for the club, for the current squad ..." We are in contact with them, yes," Yuste said. Yet if Xavi really is irritated by the events of the last couple of days, he is not far off the mark to insist that the Blaugrana focuses on securing the domestic treble before revealing behind-the-scenes secrets and thinking out loud. "It is not time to talk about Leo's return."

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Barcelona remain in contact with PSG's Lionel Messi and want ... (Eurosport.com)

Barcelona still want Lionel Messi, Manchester United may sell Scott McTominay, Thomas Tuchel wants his Chelsea man, and Liverpool will spend this summer.

“Old Trafford sources insist he has an important role to play for the rest of the season and won’t be pushed out. The Argentine striker is out of contract at Paris Saint-Germain this summer and has been linked with a move back to Barcelona, as well as to Inter Miami, and the Saudi Arabian League. “And Tuchel is keen to land the Englishman soon, with the pair having guided Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021. Even if you lose contact.’” “Tuchel is "optimistic" a deal will be made but Chelsea don't want Barry at Bayern if the two clubs meet in the Champions League semi-finals. “He spoke about his disappointment at the fact that Messi had to leave in 2021, but is hopeful that the Argentine can finish his career at the Camp Nou.

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Lionel Messi transfer: Barcelona contact, PSG threats and Cristiano ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Lionel Messi faces an uncertain future with offers from Barcelona and Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal alongside the option of renewing his contract at Paris ...

[completed a stunning move to Riyadh-based club Al-Nassr](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/breaking-cristiano-ronaldo-alnassr-manutd-28793546) at the turn of 2023 and earns in the region of £173million per year. [PSG were one of 10 clubs fined](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/psg-ffp-mbappe-lionel-messi-27891617) for breaching FFP last year; €10m with a further €45m suspended alongside [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) sanctions should they fail to comply with FFP going forwards. [Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/lionel-messi-transfer-barcelona-psg-29605311#comments-section) Where will Messi be playing next season? [confirmed contact had been made with Messi](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/barcelona-lionel-messi-xavi-psg-29602352) regarding a potential return to the Camp Nou. [future at PSG looks more uncertain than ever](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/lionel-messi-sergio-ramos-psg-29589608). [joined PSG on a two-year contract](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/breaking-lionel-messi-psg-transfer-24707734) in the summer of 2021 – with his deal up for renewal in June and talks currently stalled. It comes as [L’Equipe](https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Les-salaires-2023-de-la-ligue-1-faut-il-prolonger-messi-et-ramos-a-tout-prix/1388499) detail how PSG need Messi to drop his wage demands to stay at the club due to their need to comply with UEFA’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations, the player does not wish to take a salary cut. In a press conference, the Barca boss explained: "There is the [financial] fair play issue, but more than anything it depends on Leo's intentions and [if he wants] to come back." He did not speak to Laporta at all during the event after the Barca president had assured his attendance. [Reports this week claimed](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/lionel-messi-transfer-cristiano-ronaldo-29590607) that the offer for Messi from Saudi Arabia would see him earn even more than Ronaldo in a record-breaking deal. Such a move would pit Messi against Alongside [Sergio Ramos](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/sergio-ramos), his [contract talks have been put on hold](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/lionel-messi-sergio-ramos-psg-29440311) by the [Ligue 1](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/ligue-1) giants.

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