Despite FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi having reached an agreement and therefore the clear intention of both parties to sign a replacement contract today, this cannot happen due to financial and structural obstacles (Spanish Liga regulations).
As a result, Messi shall not be staying on at FC Barcelona. Both parties deeply regret that the needs of the player and therefore the club will ultimately not be fulfilled.
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FC Barcelona wholeheartedly expressed its gratitude to the player for his contribution to the club and wish him all the absolute best for the longer term in his personal and business life.
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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) August 5, 2021
