Barcelona President Joan Laporta reassured fans of Argentine star Lionel Messi, revealing developments in the negotiations surrounding the renewal of the "Little Flea's" contract with the "Blaugrana." The matter of renewing Messi's contract, which expires at the end of June, is of great importance to Laporta, who disclosed progress in ongoing discussions with the Argentine star.
In an interview with the Spanish program "Jugones," Laporta stated that Barcelona and Messi have not yet reached a final agreement on the player's future. According to the Spanish newspaper "Marca," Laporta expressed satisfaction with the ongoing talks with Messi, noting that there has been progress in negotiations.
Recently, the Spanish outlet reported that Brazilian Neymar has halted negotiations to renew his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, suggesting a strong "possibility" of his return to Barcelona next summer. The newspaper indicated that Neymar decided against renewing his contract with the French champions after new signs pointed to Messi remaining at Barcelona, especially with President Laporta's return.
After reports suggested Messi's transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, speculations have arisen about Neymar's return to Barcelona to play alongside the Argentine star again, four years after leaving "Camp Nou" for 222 million euros, the largest transfer in football history. "Marca" quoted the Catalan newspaper "Ara," stating that Neymar (29) is now certain that Messi (33) will not leave Barcelona at the end of the season and has informed the Spanish league runner-up of his desire to return.
