According to a shocking claim from Diario SPORT tonight, Xavi has apparently asked Barcelona to bring back none other than Lionel Messi in the summer.
The Barça coach thinks Messi’s comeback will be essential to the team’s future success, both on the field and financially.
Having played on the same field as Messi for a significant portion of his professional career, Xavi and Messi have a close friendship. He wants Barcelona to investigate the prospect of signing the Argentine on a free transfer in 2023 because he thinks the player has the potential to help the team get even better.
At that point, Messi’s deal with PSG expires. so enabling Barça to approve his return on a free transfer. According to Xavi, the forward can contribute financially to the team thanks to his positive global reputation, which would further boost the Barça brand.
Additionally, by allowing him to return to Camp Nou, Barcelona may be able to mend fences with their prodigal son who abruptly left the team due to the club’s financial predicament.
Xavi has asked President Laporta to sign Leo Messi on a free when his contract expires with PSG next year. The club are contemplating the option.
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— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) July 24, 2022