Messi back at Barca? Laporta’s “yes” that ignites the supporters

On the sidelines of Barça’s draw at Getafe this Sunday in La Liga, Joan Laporta answered some express questions from some supporters. His “yes” in response to a question about a possible return of Lionel Messi this summer to FC Barcelona created a certain euphoria.

Sometimes all it takes is a one-syllable word to create immense hope. Catalan fans have been dreaming of only one thing for weeks: a return of Lionel Messi to Barca this summer. Party forced and forced by the colossal debt of the club in 2021, the Argentinian is at the end of the contract at PSG, where his services are not unanimous. At 35, now world champion with the Albiceleste, will the playmaker be tempted by a return to his roots to conclude his immense career?

As he posed with supporters this Sunday on the sidelines of Getafe-Barça (0-0), FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta answered a few quick questions from fans. When one of them asked him “Messi at Barça?”, Laporta replied “yes”, as shown by the images relayed by Cadena SER. A little word that ignites the Barcelona sphere.

A press conference on Monday

On the eve of a press conference convened by Barça to discuss the Negreira case and the accusations of corruption against current and former leaders, Joan Laporta knows how to inflame the Barcelona community. Was it a “yes” to simply say that he had heard the request? Or does this word mean that the case is closed? It is too early to tell but supporters are wondering about social networks. In the meantime, Xavi’s men have yet to validate the title of Spanish champions. For his part, Messi still has to secure the title of champion of France with PSG.