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FC Barcelona: The Messi affair already causing scandal

Barça: Messi at the heart of a huge controversy!

The presidential campaign at FC Barcelona is already turning into a dramatic saga, and Lionel Messi—whether he wants it or not—finds himself at the center of the debate. While his 2021 departure remains an open wound for part of the Blaugrana fanbase, his image continues to loom over Camp Nou, becoming a powerful political weapon in the race for the presidency.

Messi used as a campaign symbol

According to El Chiringuito, Marc Ciria, a vocal opponent of Joan Laporta, has put up a massive banner on the streets of Barcelona featuring Messi’s iconic celebration at the Santiago Bernabéu, along with the slogan: “Looking forward to seeing you again.” This move is aimed at winning over socios by tapping into nostalgia and the widespread affection for the Argentine legend.

However, the same source reports that Messi’s image was used without the player’s consent—Messi is currently at Inter Miami. This controversy could quickly backfire on the candidate if the Argentine superstar decides to respond publicly.