The Dream of Many FC Barcelona Fans Could Come True: Lionel Messi is closer to returning to the club where he made history. According to journalist Álex Candal from DIRECTV Sports, the Argentine has decided to return to Barça once his contract with Inter Miami ends in December 2025.
Messi's Return: A Real Possibility
After his surprising departure in 2021, when he had to leave the club due to the entity's financial problems, Messi went through PSG and currently plays in MLS. However, his desire has always been to say goodbye to European soccer wearing Barça's jersey, something he couldn't do at the time.
Although Camp Nou isn't ready yet, the Argentine would be willing to play at Montjuïc or any stadium the club decides. As long as he can close his career at the elite level with the team of his life.
One Last Dance Before the 2026 World Cup
At 38 years old, Messi still maintains an exceptional level and remains a key piece both in his club and the Argentine national team. His main goal is to reach the 2026 World Cup in optimal conditions, and for that, he considers that one last season in Europe would allow him to stay at the highest competitive level.
Barcelona, under the direction of Hansi Flick, is in full reconstruction with a generation of young talents like Lamine Yamal, Gavi, and Pedri. Messi's return could bring experience, leadership, and quality to this project, as well as become a reference on and off the field.
Is His Return to Barça Viable?
Although Messi's signing generates great excitement, there are also economic factors that FC Barcelona must evaluate. The club continues to struggle to comply with Financial Fair Play. The arrival of the Argentine star will depend on whether Laporta's board finds a way to register him without compromising financial stability.
However, Messi has never prioritized money when it comes to Barça. While his contract in MLS offers astronomical figures, the Argentine could accept a salary reduction to facilitate his return. Moreover, his arrival would boost commercial and marketing revenues, something the club took full advantage of during his golden years.
Since his departure, Barcelona fans have awaited an opportunity to see Messi again in the blue and garnet jersey. Although his move to PSG was painful, he never stopped showing his love for the club and the city. His return would allow him to close his chapter in the best possible way, with a farewell befitting his legend.
The coming weeks will be key to determining if this bomb becomes a reality. For now, the only sure thing is that Messi and FC Barcelona could be destined to reunite once more. Will the dream of the culé fans come true?