Barcelona are reportedly prepared to do all it takes to re-sign Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the summer. The Argentine icon’s contract at the Parc des Princes expires at the end of the season.
Messi, 35, left Barca for the Parsians in 2021 after the Blaugrana were unable to afford a new contract for their legendary attacker. He has shone with Christophe Galtier’s side, scoring 14 goals and providing as many assists in 23 games across competitions this season.
The Barca legend has been in talks over a new deal with PSG, but they are yet to reach a successful conclusion. According to Spanish journalist Gerard Romero, the Catalan giants are preparing for all scenarios, which sees Lionel Messi return to the Nou Camp. The Blaugrana boss Xavi wants a reunion with his former teammate.
The legendary forward became one of football’s greats during his time with the Blaugrana. He scored 672 goals and contributed 303 assists in 778 matches. The Argentine won the Ballon d’Or six times in Barcelona colors.
Lionel Messi’s departure in 2021 came in bittersweet circumstances as he was desperate to remain in Catalonia. Alongside his statistical feats, he also won the UEFA Champions League four times and the La Liga title on 10 occasions. He has claimed that he will return to Barcelona, a place he calls his home, once he retires:
“When I finish my career, I will return to live in Barcelona, it’s my home.”
Source: www.sportskeeda.com
