Rafael Yuste, Vice-President of Barcelona, has confirmed that the club is in contact with Lionel Messi about a potential return. Messi left the Nou Camp two years ago due to financial reasons, and his current contract with Paris St-Germain is set to expire this summer. Yuste expressed his admiration for Messi and his family, and the desire to have him back at the club.
Yuste was part of the negotiations that took place two years ago, when Messi agreed to a new deal with Barcelona on reduced wages. However, the club was unable to meet the new financial rules in time, leading to Messi’s departure. Yuste expressed his regret at the outcome of the negotiations, and his hope that Messi will return.
Since joining PSG in 2021, Messi has scored 29 goals in 66 games and recently celebrated his 100th international goal and 800th career strike. His impressive record at Barcelona saw him become their all-time top scorer with 672 goals in 778 games, as well as winning four Champions Leagues, 10 La Liga titles and six Ballons d’Or.
Yuste concluded by saying that Messi knows how much Barcelona appreciate him, and that they are in contact with him regarding a potential return. It remains to be seen whether Messi will decide to stay with PSG or return to Barcelona. Either way, it is clear that he is still held in high regard by both clubs.