Xavi Says Joan Laporta Blocked Lionel Messi’s Barcelona Return in 2023

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Xavi Says Joan Laporta Blocked Lionel Messi’s Barcelona Return in 2023

Xavi said he spent five months trying to bring Messi back to Barcelona in 2023, but president Joan Laporta ultimately stopped the deal. “Everything was ready, but in the end, the president said no,” Xavi told Brazilian YouTuber Romario. He added that Barcelona’s financial situation also killed potential returns for Neymar and Pedro during his time as coach.

By Nischay Rathore

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La Liga Goalkeeper Punches Opponent After Being Shown Red Card

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