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With the Ligue 1 season now over, Lionel Messi is expected to make a decision on his future.
Messi wants quick resolution
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed Messi wants a quick resolution ahead of next season and despite Barcelona yet to table an official bid due to FFP restrictions, the Blaugrana remain confident.
Lionel Messi wants to make a decision on his future in the next days. 💭🇦🇷 #Messi
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 29, 2023
It does NOT guarantee that Messi will announce his new club in few days — but wants to pick future club ASAP.
No official bid from Barça yet due to FFP.
Al Hilal bid remains the same since April. pic.twitter.com/XqokWfpZ5Z
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Barcelona's Xavi makes an open plea for Messi
Meanwhile, Barcelona boss Xavi has spoken very openly about the future of Messi. Speaking to Spanish outlet Sport, the Barca coach said:
"No doubt Messi can still help us a lot. I have made it clear to the president. He can play in several positions. A false 9, wing, inside, and He's almost become a midfielder.
"Maybe he’s lost a little explosiveness but we saw his World Cup. He still has years ahead of him.
🚨 Xavi: “I told the president that Messi return makes sense. No doubts at all, he is perfect for our system and idea. I’ve the tactical plan in mind with Leo”, told Sport.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 29, 2023
“It’s up to Leo. I think he has to decide, it’s up to him… I’m speaking with Leo, yes”, Xavi added. #FCB pic.twitter.com/pltTrxOA6I
"I have the tactical plan in mind with Leo. It's up to Leo. I think he has to decide, it’s up to him and i am speaking with Leo, yes."
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