Almost an hour and a half after Leo Messi communicated his decision to go to Inter Miami, came the official response from Barça through an official statement. The club revealed that “last Monday the 5th” it received Jorge Messi, the striker’s father and agent, “who conveyed to the president Joan Laporta the decision to sign for Inter, despite having a proposal presented” to the player. offer.
Statement from FC Barcelona on Leo Messi’s decision to play for Inter Miami
– FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) June 7, 2023
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In addition, Barça explained that “President Laporta understood and respected the decision taken by Messi to want to compete in a championship with fewer demands and further away from the focus and pressure to which he has been subjected in recent years.” In this way, the club disassociates itself from any responsibility in the final choice of the striker.
“Promote a Great Tribute”
Therefore, Barcelona maintains that there was no possibility of Messi’s return to the club, despite the fact that his father and agent insisted, after that meeting at the president’s private home for 25 minutes, that he would love to return to dress in azulgrana. “Both Joan Laporta and Jorge Messi also agreed to work together to promote a great tribute from Barcelona fans to a footballer who has been, is and will always be loved by Barça”.