Barcelona Football Club is determined to re-sign Lionel Messi on loan after the conclusion of the MLS season, as reported by trusted sources at Sports Weez.
The club believes that Messi would be interested in returning to Camp Nou temporarily in order to maintain his fitness during the MLS off-season.
Despite having the opportunity to reunite with Barcelona this summer following the expiration of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, Messi chose to join Inter Miami. He turned down offers from the Saudi Pro League, firmly rejecting a move back to the Blaugrana.
Since his arrival at Inter Miami, the 36-year-old football superstar, who recently won the 2022 World Cup, has been showcasing his exceptional skills with an impressive record of five goals and one assist in just three appearances.
Nevertheless, rumors of Messi’s return to Barcelona have persisted. Previous statements by co-owner Jose Mas of Inter Miami discredited these reports, claiming that a loan to Barcelona was out of the question.
Contrary to Mas’ remarks, our sources reveal that Barcelona is currently engaged in negotiations with Messi and is confident that they will reach an agreement. The Catalan club is operating under the assumption that Messi wishes to remain match-fit during the MLS winter break.
The regular MLS season concludes in October, followed by the Play-Offs until early December. Subsequently, there is a two-month hiatus before the commencement of the 2024 season.
Financial concerns have prompted Barcelona to seek a minimal loan fee for Messi. However, the exact fee has not yet been specified.
Additional Updates: Neymar’s Potential Return
Additionally, we have learned that Neymar is currently in talks with Barcelona regarding a possible return to Camp Nou. The Brazilian star is eager to make the move, but Barcelona remains uncertain about re-signing him from PSG.
Barca President Joan Laporta has instructed Director of Football Mateu Alemany to explore the feasibility of adding Neymar to the first-team roster. However, the club is undecided about actively pursuing a deal at this time.