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Lionel Messi’s Barcelona Return: Explaining Xavi, Joan Laporta’s Explosive War of Words

Xavi Hernández’s sensational claims about a “done deal” for Lionel Messi’s return have inspired a scathing response from Laporta.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 9

Lionel Messi’s Brutal Snub of Barcelona Boss, ‘Crazy’ Rejected Return Plan Revealed

Joan Laporta has revealed some fascinating details about his fractious relationship with Messi.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 24

When Did Lionel Messi Start Playing Soccer?

Discover when Lionel Messi began playing soccer, from his childhood in Rosario to joining FC Barcelona’s youth academy. Learn how his legendary journey started.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 26, 2025

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From Napkin to Greatness! The story behind Lionel Messi's first Barcelona contract

Lionel Messi’s first contract with Barcelona is one of the most iconic stories in football history — and it all started on a napkin. In the year 2000, when Messi was just 13 years old, he traveled from Argentina to Barcelona for a trial with the club’s youth academy, La…

The Times of India · Sep 22, 2024

Rare Messi-Barcelona Napkin Sells For 5,000 At Auction

Historic napkin linking young Messi to Barcelona sold for 5,000 at auction. Messi's legacy at Barcelona remains unmatched in the club's history.

Sports quiz of the week: Real Madrid, Tom Daley and Women’s FA Cup final

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The Guardian - UK · May 10, 2024

Napkin with Lionel Messi’s first Barcelona contract up for auction

Lionel Messi's record-breaking career with Barcelona began with a napkin contract, now up for auction.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

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Napkin used to secure Messi's first contract with FC Barcelona to be sold at auction

Soccer star Lionel Messi's first unofficial contract with FC Barcelona was done on a napkin. It's now going to auction with a starting bid of nearly $400,000.

WEKU · Feb 2, 2024

Legendary Messi-signed napkin to be auctioned for £300,000 in March

Learn the fascinating story behind the napkin that kickstarted Lionel Messi's legendary career at Barcelona. Now up for auction, it holds great historical ...

Money and profile, sure, but what does Lionel Messi bring to Miami on the pitch?

With less gifted players around him than at Barcelona, Inter’s defence-shy superstar could struggle with the physicality of MLS

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2023

Inside Lionel Messi's lucrative Inter Miami contract as club chief explains finer details

The contract which the Argentinian icon is set to sign in MLS includes significantly lucrative commercial tie-ins with major partners including worldwide giants Adidas and Apple

Daily Mirror · Jul 2, 2023

Inside Barcelona’s plans for Lionel Messi tribute despite Inter Miami snub

Lionel Messi snubbed a return to Catalonia to pursue a new chapter in the US but it appears that his decision has not affected plans for a landmark tribute in the coming years

Daily Mirror · Jul 1, 2023

Barcelona issue 'disrespectful' statement following Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami

The La Liga champions have been criticised for their reaction to the Argentine opting for the MLS

FourFourTwo · Jun 8, 2023

Soccer Fans Ripped Barcelona’s Petty Statement to Lionel Messi

The legend’s longtime club offered him a proposal, but he instead chose MLS’s Inter Miami.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 8, 2023

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Daily Mirror · Jun 7, 2023

Barcelona provide fresh insight on why Lionel Messi snubbed return for Inter Miami

Barcelona have released a statement to claim that their attempts to sign Lionel Messi were unsuccessful after the Argentine opted to join MLS club Inter Miami this symmer

Daily Mirror · Jun 7, 2023

Gerard Pique savages Barcelona's Lionel Messi transfer failure - "It makes me laugh!"

Lionel Messi decided to join Inter Miami this summer instead of a return to Barcelona with Gerard Pique now criticising his former club and their financial situation

Daily Mirror · Jun 7, 2023

Lionel Messi admits he was "not happy" at PSG as he opens up on problems he experienced

Lionel Messi has spoken of his difficult two campaigns at Paris Saint-Germain and his desire to leave the club this summer after signing for MLS club Inter Miami

Daily Mirror · Jun 7, 2023

Lionel Messi explains why he's snubbing Barcelona for Inter Miami despite wanting return

Lionel Messi has confirmed his transfer to Inter Miami after leaving Paris Saint-Germain having also had offers on the table from Barcelona and Al-Hilal of Saudi Arabia

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Daily Mirror · Jun 7, 2023

Gary Lineker hints at alternative Lionel Messi transfer despite Inter Miami links

Lionel Messi has reportedly agreed terms with David Backham's Inter Miami, scuppering Barcelona's plans to bring the club legend back to the Nou Camp this summer

Sports Illustrated · Jun 7, 2023

Lionel Messi Has Decided Where He Will Play Next, per Report

After months of speculation, the Argentine superstar had made a decision to come to the United States.

The Independent UK · Jun 7, 2023

Soccer world waits for Messi's decision with Al-Hilal, Barcelona and Inter Miami possible options

The soccer world is waiting for Lionel Messi's decision

Daily Mirror · Jun 6, 2023

Inter Miami 'optimistic' of Lionel Messi signing after Barcelona and Saudi Arabia U-turn

David Beckham's franchise could be set to make one of the biggest signings in Major League Soccer history, as Argentinian icon Lionel Messi looks set to choose his next club

Sports Illustrated · Jun 5, 2023

Lionel Messi Eyes Return to Barcelona as Saudi Arabia Rumors Swirl, per Report

The soccer legend is a free agent after playing his final game with Paris Saint-Germain last week.

Daily Mirror · Jun 5, 2023

Lionel Messi's dad holds transfer talks with Joan Laporta over Barcelona return

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi could be nearing a return to the Catalan giants after being booed in his final Ligue 1 game for Paris Saint Germain on Sunday night

Daily Mirror · May 31, 2023

Lionel Messi entourage ‘accepts’ eye-watering Saudi offer worth double Cristiano Ronaldo

Lionel Messi has reportedly decided to sign for Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, where he will earn more than double what his rival Cristiano Ronaldo pulls in at Al-Nassr

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