Messi’s Return to Barcelona ‘Unrealistic,’ Says Club President Laporta
FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta has stated that the prospect of Lionel Messi returning to play for the club is “unrealistic.” Speaking on Catalunya Radio, Laporta emphasized that while Messi, now at Inter Miami, remains beloved in Barcelona, speculation about a football return isn’t appropriate. Messi, 38, made a surprise appearance at Camp Nou, expressing hope to return someday—not just for a farewell but as a club legend. Laporta, president during Messi’s emotional 2021 departure amid financial turmoil, stressed Barca “is above everything” and wants Messi to eventually receive a fitting tribute. He proposed hosting a special tribute match for Messi’s historic career at the renovated Camp Nou, stating, “It would be wonderful to have it here, in front of 105,000 fans.” Laporta described Messi’s recent visit as a “spontaneous” gesture of affection for the club, but ruled out any […]