Top reason Messi may join Chelsea, the European Champions
Without a doubt, Lionel Messi has dominated the headlines over the last 24 hours due to the decision made to end his Barcelona career after 21 memorable years in Spain.
Without a doubt, Lionel Messi has dominated the headlines over the last 24 hours due to the decision made to end his Barcelona career after 21 memorable years in Spain.
Recall that Messi, 34, was expected to sign a new contract with Barcelona, but La Liga’s financial regulation rules prevented the desirable happening for Barcelona fans.
However, the club confirmed Messi’s departure with a short and succinct statement explaining the reasoning behind the outcome of this whole fiasco.
His departure remains largely down to Barcelona’s financial woes. The club is in debt of £1.2billion, whilst the La Liga rules stipulate that the club’s wage limit can only be €382.7million (£325.2million), an aspect that is simply not possible with Messi’s lofty wages.
“Despite having reached an agreement between FC Barcelona and Leo Messi and with the clear intention of both parties to sign a new contract today, it cannot be formalised due to economic and structural obstacles (Spanish La Liga regulations).
“Given this situation, Lionel Messi will not continue linked to FC Barcelona. Both parties deeply regret that the wishes of both the player and the club cannot finally be fulfilled.
“Barca would like to thank with all its heart the player’s contribution to the enhancement of the institution and wishes him the best in his personal and professional life.”
