OFFICIAL ❗️ Barcelona have released a statement in response to Lionel Messi choosing to join Inter Miami rather than wait for a contract offer from the Spanish giants. SLInt 😳 MORE:
"On Monday, June 5, Jorge Messi, the player's father and representative, informed Club President Joan Laporta of the player's decision to join Inter Miami, despite having been presented with a proposal from Barca, in consideration of the desire of both FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi for him to once again wear Blaugrana," it read.
"President Laporta understood and respected Messi's decision to want to compete in a league with fewer demands, further away from the spotlight and the pressure he has been subject to in recent years. "Both Joan Laporta and Jorge Messi also agreed to work together to promote a proper tribute from Barca fans to honour a footballer who has been, is, and always will be beloved by Barca."
Messi is expected to be announced by Inter Miami officially in the coming days, a move that marks the end of a long and successful career in Europe.
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