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Jorge Messi, the father and agent of PSG striker Lionel Messi, met with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, Tot costa reported on social media.
According to them, the sides discussed the possible return of Lionel to the camp of the Blaugranas, and how Barça should pay tribute to the legendary footballer.
In addition, Messi Sr. and Laporta talked about recent remarks by Matias Messi, Leo's brother, who criticized the club's management and said that the player would never return to the team.
The 35-year-old Argentine played for the Catalans from 2005 to 2021. He played a total of 778 games, scored 672 goals and made 303 assists.
Messi has 27 appearances for PSG in all competitions this season, with 16 goals and 14 assists.
Transfermarkt portal estimates the market value of the player at €50 million. Messi's contract with Paris is valid until the summer of 2023.
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