There have been many rumours in the past few weeks that Lionel Messi was going to sign a new contract extension with Barcelona till 2026. However, things have taken a sudden turn.
Barcelona has now officially announced that Lionel Messi will not continue with FC Barcelona.
Barcelona wrote in their official statement: “Despite FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi having reached an agreement and the clear intention of both parties to sign a new contract today, this cannot happen because of financial and structural obstacles (Spanish Liga regulations).”
“As a result of this situation, Messi shall not be staying on at FC Barcelona. Both parties deeply regret that the wishes of the player and the club will ultimately not be fulfilled.”
“FC Barcelona wholeheartedly expresses its gratitude to the player for his contribution to the aggrandisement of the club and wishes him all the very best for the future in his personal and professional life.”
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