News of barcelona

Messi's promised Barça contract, on a napkin, up for auction

05-03-2024 21:26 The serviette that served Lionel Messi's springboard to greatness at FC Barcelona is going up for auction – it is expected to raise more than US$600,000.

MUSIC

Argentine urban music conquers the world – Duki, Nicki Nicole, Bizarrap lead way

21-07-2023 15:31 Wave of Argentine musicians including Bizarrap, Duki, Emilia Mernes, Nicki Nicole and Wos are selling out shows and shining in the northern hemisphere.

Messi does Miami

Messi set for busy, hype-packed first week in Miami

13-07-2023 08:54 Lionel Messi's hopes of enjoying a quieter life in Florida for the final years of his career may prove to be wishful thinking

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi lands in Florida ahead of Inter Miami move

11-07-2023 17:59 Argentine star Lionel Messi landed in Florida on Tuesday ahead of putting the final touches on his move to US Major League Soccer club Inter Miami.

MESSI TO MIAMI

Inter Miami announce July 16 'The Unveil' event

08-07-2023 08:31 Lionel Messi's next club, Inter Miami, will a presentation event called 'The Unveil' on July 16 at its home stadium.

Football

Messi and Busquets not moving to Miami for a holiday, says Martino

29-06-2023 21:04 Newly appointed Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino says there is no question of Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets moving to South Florida to chill on South Beach.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Rocket man Messi ready to fire MLS lift-off

09-06-2023 14:54 Argentine superstar's impending move to Inter Miami will turbo-charge Major League Soccer's efforts of entering the mainstream.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Benefits of Miami as clear as day for Argentina's captain

09-06-2023 08:25 After years of putting his body on the line for both club and country at the top level, Messi now has the chance to extend his career and become, like Pelé, a sterling ambassador for the game stateside.

by Dan Edwards

ECONOMICS OF THE DEAL

'La Pulga' spurns US$400-million Saudi offer to join Beckham’s side

07-06-2023 21:47 Bringing Messi to the United States will have major repercussions for Miami and Major League Soccer, as the city gears up to be one of the World Cup’s host cities in 2026.

BLOOMBERG - OPINION

JP Spinetto: Why Lionel Messi chose Miami over Riyadh

07-06-2023 21:41 The football great’s move to the US makes a lot of sense professionally, personally and maybe even financially.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Argentina's captain brings glory years in Europe to a close

07-06-2023 17:19 In making a move to the United States, 'La Pulga' is following in the footsteps of legendary stars such as Pelé and Johan Cruyff.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi chooses Miami: Argentina skipper confirms he will move to MLS

07-06-2023 17:14 Argentina's World Cup winning captain reveals he will sign for Major League Soccer side Inter Miami, choosing the United States as his next destination over a Barcelona reunion or blockbuster deal in Saudi Arabia.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi future decision drawing near with Barça return hopes fading

02-06-2023 09:55 With Lionel Messi's time at Paris Saint-Germain drawing to a close, the Argentine will soon reveal next move – but hopes of a romantic return to Barcelona are fading.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN DISCIPLINED

Messi says 'sorry' for Saudi trip after PSG suspension

05-05-2023 13:38 Lionel Messi has apologised to his teammates and Paris St Germain after being disciplined for an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia.

LEO'S NEXT DESTINATION?

Barça, Saudi Arabia, Miami, Rosario.. where next for Lionel Messi?

03-05-2023 23:43 Argentina captain set to depart Paris St Germain when his contract expires at the end of June and the race for his signature is heating up.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

PSG set for Messi divorce after suspending superstar

03-05-2023 13:09 Reports claim Lionel Messi's father has informed Paris St Germain that Argentine superstar will leave French side at the end of the season.

FOOTBALL TRANSFERS

Messi 'could not' currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss

19-04-2023 13:39 Barcelona would not be able to resign Lionel Messi given the club's current financial situation, says La Liga President Javier Tebas.

FOOTBALL TRANSFERS

Lewandowski: I hope to play with Messi next season at Barcelona

11-04-2023 12:03 Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski would love Lionel Messi to return to the Catalan club from Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

FOOTBALL

Messi 'likely' to leave PSG at end of season, says club source

04-04-2023 12:56 Reports of a potential return to Barcelona pick up; Fans at Camp Nou chant Messi's name during clásico against Real Madrid, while French fans jeer the star in Paris.