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A return to Barcelona could be on the cards for Lionel Messi according to recent reports
Lionel Messi could be in line for a sensational return to Barcelona for the first time after his controversial departure in 2021.
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Reports suggest that the club has already made initial contact with his camp as part of a long-term plan to bring the Argentine legend back to Barcelona.
Barcelona’s master plan for Messi’s homecoming
Barcelona’s desire to bring Messi back has been no secret, but financial and contractual obstacles have made an immediate reunion impossible.
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When the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner left PSG for Inter Miami in 2023, Barcelona had explored ways to sign him, yet financial constraints prevented any deal. Now, with Messi’s current contract at Inter Miami set to run until December 2025, Barcelona see a unique opportunity to orchestrate his return.
Messi remains focused on leading Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted in North America, making it likely that he will stay in Miami at least until then. However, reports indicate that once the tournament is over, Barcelona hope to bring him back in time for the 2026/27 season.
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The timing is no coincidence, as the club wants to use Messi’s return as the perfect headline for the grand reopening of a newly renovated Camp Nou.
The Spanish giants believe his presence will help boost commercial revenue, attendance, and global fan engagement, making his homecoming more than just a sentimental move.
Will Messi say yes to Barcelona again?
While Barcelona’s dream of bringing Messi back is clear, the decision ultimately lies with the Argentine superstar himself.
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At 39 years old by the time of the proposed move, Messi would be in the twilight of his career, and retirement remains a realistic possibility.
However, sources suggest that he is open to the idea of finishing his playing days at Barcelona, the club where he became a global icon. The challenge lies in whether he would be willing to leave Inter Miami, where he has settled well and continues to dominate Major League Soccer.
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Additionally, Miami reportedly wants to extend his contract beyond 2025, giving him the option to stay through the end of 2026.
For now, the footballing world waits to see if the greatest player in Barcelona’s history will make a fairy-tale return to the club that made him a legend.
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