DBasia.news – Barcelona captain Lionel Messi reportedly met the new coach, Ronald Koeman. At the meeting, Messi admitted that he was hesitant to stay at the Camp Nou.
Barcelona and Ronald Koeman’s desire for Lionel Messi is clear. Messi will remain the axis of Barca next season. Messi will also not be placed in the selling list of player in the 2020 summer transfer market.
However, doubts came from the player. Lionel Messi is still unsure of his future at Barcelona even though Quique Setien has left.
Based on the Radio Esports RAC1 report, Lionel Messi has already expressed his feelings to Koeman. The Argentine star wants Koeman to understand what’s going through his head.
That way, Lionel Messi’s chance to leave Barcelona is wide open again. Messi reportedly wants to find a new challenge towards the end of his career.
However, Lionel Messi also realized that leaving Barcelona was not an easy matter. Apart from Blaugrana’s blessing, enthusiasts also need to prepare exorbitant funds.
Reportedly, Lionel Messi has a release clause worth 700 million euros. It is difficult to negotiate with Barca if they are not willing to make up for the release clause.
In addition, Lionel Messi also has a high salary. Reportedly, Messi received a wage of 50 million euros per season.
Therefore, Lionel Messi’s chances of leaving Barcelona are greater when his contract ends next season. At that time, Messi could leave for free.
DBasia.news – So far, there have been several clubs interested in the player who won the six Ballon d’Or titles. Inter Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City are ready to accommodate Lionel Messi.