Lionel Messi future: Xavi opens up on chances of Argentine returning to Barcelona – ‘Leo knows this is his home’

31.03.2023 - 15:35 eurosport.com

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

Messi left Barcelona for Paris-Saint Germain in 2021 on a two-year deal, so his contract expires this summer. Ad His future appears to be unclear, with reports prior to the World Cup suggesting the Argentine was considering a new contract, before a change of mind following his triumph in Qatar.

International friendliesMessi passes 100 goals for Argentina with hat-trick against Curacao29/03/2023 AT 07:47 «It will depend on many factors,» said Xavi. «We must see what the Financial Fair Play rules allow us to do. »There are many things at stake but I think the most important factor will be Leo’s desire to come back here.

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. But it depends on many factors.” Pushed further on where Messi’s future lies, Xavi added: «You guys (the media) are masters at changing the subject,» said Xavi. «Let’s focus on the important things.

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