(PLO)- Preparing to become a free agent this summer, Lionel Messi is no surprise to become a hotly sought-after player in the transfer market.
PSG are still in talks with the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner over a contract extension, while Barcelona are also closely monitoring his situation, hoping for an epic comeback at the Camp Nou.
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And of course, Messi still has the ability to leave Europe if there are suitable and lucrative offers. Inter Miami of the US Professional League is the team most interested in Messi’s signature, while Saudi giants Al Ittihad also want to sign him to rekindle rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Luckily for Barcelona fans, though, Leo seems to want to close his football chapter in Europe itself. There are still as many opportunities for Messi’s final dance on the Camp Nou as his will with the club that has been with him for most of his illustrious career.
Messi used to look forward to returning to the Camp Nou, which has been with him for two decades, but now it is very difficult. Photo: GETTY. |
But there are many obstacles to this reunion, as any move from the Barcelona side depends on three important reasons that have yet to be cleared of the deadlock.
1. Salary Limit
Barcelona are in dispute with La Liga over potential summer signings, with Federation president Javier Tebas stating that they are not allowing the club to bring in any players.
On the other hand, President Joan Laporta is keen to strengthen the team in the summer. The only problem is they aren’t sure what the salary cap for next season will be when it costs too much and disrupts the budget structure.
Barca does not have much money left to pay the salaries of big stars like Messi. Photo: GETTY. |
After signing some big names like Robert Lewandowski, Jules Kounde, Raphinha, among others, Barcelona may not have much money left in their wage bill to sign Leo Messi, who is still a among the highest paid players in the continent.
Barca may need to let some players out of the squad, starting from the front line, when there are at least two underperforming strikers, Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati.
2. Search for new sponsors
While one way to ease the wage bill is to reduce the burden on the players on the team, a more viable alternative is to find new sponsors for the club. Last year, Barcelona reached an agreement with Spotify to sponsor the club’s men’s and women’s kits and training jerseys, along with acquiring ownership of the Camp Nou stadium.
The Argentine striker has won many titles with Barca. Photo: GETTY. |
Barca are playing without a sponsor up their sleeve, which could be one of the areas where they could find investors. Furthermore, since Barca will be playing at the 60,000-capacity Olympic stadium starting next season while the Camp Nou is under renovation, they will lose around 30,000-40,000 potential tickets.
3. Decision from President Laporta
Ultimately, even if Barcelona can raise enough money, sell enough players and find a place in the team for Leo, the final decision to sign the Argentine star will be up to the management. religion.
The relationship between President Laporta and Messi is no longer as close as it used to be. Photo: GETTY. |
President Laporta has spoken out about Messi’s return, but it is unlikely they will attempt to sign him in the summer if they perceive any potential downsides in the transfer. Barca once eliminated the god Pique, about to part with the old general Busquets, it is also possible not to bring back another 36-year-old general, when Messi’s value on the field is not much.
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