Laporta shuts down Messi return: “Barcelona comes first” | OneFootball

The future of Lionel Messi continues to be a topic of discussion, especially now that the league has paused for the international break. For days, there has been persistent talk of a possible return of the Argentine legend to Barcelona, perhaps with a temporary loan from Inter Miami to regain form ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The rumors multiplied after Messi's visit to Camp Nou, but a clear and definitive denial has come from Barcelona.

Barcelona, Laporta cools the fans: “No return for Messi, and no regrets about his departure”

Joan Laporta, the president of the Catalan club, put an end to the speculations by speaking to Radio Catalunya, where he wanted to clarify the club's position once and for all. “Out of respect for him, but also for our players and our members, it is not the time to speculate on unrealistic scenarios like this,” Laporta stated, emphasizing that there is no ongoing negotiation nor any intention to initiate such an operation. The Barça president further added: “Despite everything that happened, I have no regrets about his departure. Certainly, it was not the farewell we would have wanted, but at that time it was not possible to confirm him. Barcelona is above everyone.”

Andrea Alati

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