Lionel Messi, one of the greatest soccer players in history, is on the brink of making a decision that could have a profound impact on the balance of power in the global soccer landscape. As a free agent, Messi has three apparent options for his future: a return to Barcelona, a move to MLS‘ Inter Miami, or joining Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal. Speculation has been rife, with reports indicating that Messi will make his choice known this week. Following a meeting between Messi’s father and agent, Jorge Messi, with Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, journalists eagerly sought answers and hints about the player’s leanings. While Jorge Messi confirmed that Barcelona is indeed an option and expressed his desire for his son to return, the final decision remains shrouded in suspense. Soccer fans and pundits around the world are eagerly awaiting Messi’s announcement, as it has the potential to reshape the soccer landscape in significant ways.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano on Monday, “La Liga approved the plan,” which is likely what led to Jorge Messi and LaPorta meeting at LaPorta’s house and Jorge saying that a reunion is “possible” and a “option.”
But there are at least three other possibilities. By all accounts, Saudi Arabia and MLS are still in the running, in part due to the obstacles that Barca still needs to overcome.
Jorge Stated
Leo wants to return to Barca, and I would also like him to return.” And he confirmed that Barca is in fact an “option.”
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