Lionel Messiâs return to Barcelona has shifted from being just a romantic dream of the fans to becoming a real possibility behind the scenes at the club.
At least, thatâs what Marca reported.
According to the Spanish newspaper, the topic gained momentum due to the upcoming elections for the Barça presidency, scheduled for mid-March.
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Joan Laporta is seeking re-election, and other candidates are already positioning themselves for the race.
In this scenario, Messiâs support or word would carry colossal weight, capable of swaying the membersâ votes.
However, the Argentine has opted for absolute silence, according to Marca, for several main reasons:
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Messi refuses to be used as an electoral tool.
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He does not intend to give public signals or support any candidate at the moment.
His recent visit to Camp Nou, to observe the stadiumâs renovations, was seen as a purely affectionate gesture, not a political move.
When and how will the return happen?
Despite the still open wounds from how he left the club and the tensions with the current board, Messiâs desire to return to Barça is clear.
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The star himself has admitted that he would like to live in Barcelona again.
Marca further states that the return would only happen after the clubâs elections, to avoid being instrumentalized, and after the 2026 World Cup, which is his current major focus.
If youâre curious about whether Messi would return as a player, that is still unclear.
The star will turn 39 on June 24, 2026, and it is not yet clear what âroleâ he would have at Barcelona.
There is a chance he could return as a player for a final farewell or in an administrative role.
The fact is, for the Spanish press, itâs just a matter of time: sooner or later, Messi will return to Barcelona.
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So, what do you think about that?
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đž PATRICK T. FALLON
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