Yet, the beginning of the 2025/26 season has proven challenging for Barça, as they trail Real Madrid in the domestic standings and currently rank 11th in their Champions League group. ..Continue Reading
Setbacks due to injuries to pivotal players such as Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and Pedri have significantly reduced their attacking depth, prompting some supporters to demand new signings in the January window.
While the international break offered the squad a chance to recover, it also featured a surprising appearance by one of the club’s most iconic figures.
Lionel Messi made an unannounced visit to Camp Nou earlier this month, walking onto the pitch to check out the progress of the stadium’s renovation.
That moment reignited speculation about a possible comeback for Messi, who is now playing in MLS with Inter Miami.
On a recent social media post, Messi shared a photo of his Camp Nou trip with the caption: “I hope one day I can come back, and not just to say goodbye as a player, as I never got to.”
At 38, Messi continues to perform at a high level and remains a crucial player for Argentina. With 42 goals and 20 assists for Miami this season, his return would be warmly embraced by many fans of Barcelona.
When Flick was questioned this week about the idea of Messi rejoining the team, he downplayed the speculation, stating: “Messi is the best football player of the last ten years, if not more.
“I have always enjoyed watching him play, he is fantastic, what he has done is incredible. His contract ends in 2028, mine in 2027… it’s not up to me to train him.”
Given that Messi recently committed to a new three-year deal with Miami, a return to Barcelona appears highly improbable.
Nonetheless, the buzz generated by his visit to Camp Nou underscores the deep affection fans still hold for him.
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