Spanish football expert Graham Hunter believes Pep Guardiola would have to LEAVE Manchester City for the deposed champions to sign Barcelona captain Lionel Messi. Hunter believes Guardiola would not be willing to bring him to the Etihad Stadium but City chiefs would authorise the move if the Catalan was not in charge. He told talkSPORT: "The number one club who has tried to take Lionel Messi...Full Story »

Lionel Messi wrote another page in the record books when he set up Antoine Griezmann for Barcelona’s third goal against Villarreal for his 19th La Liga assist for the season - the Argentine’s best ever tally in the Spanish top-flight. The 33-year-old had already set up Luis Suarez midway through the first half at El Madrigal, becoming the first player to reach 18 assists for the s...Full Story »

Will Lionel Messi leave Barcelona next summer? (Image: GETTY) Mikel Arteta wasn't optimistic about Arsenal's hopes of signing Lionel Messi. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says the prospect of Lionel Messi coming to the Premier League is not something the Gunners are thinking about. Reports in Spain have claimed Messi is considering his future at Barcelona and could leave when his contract ends in 2...Full Story »

Lionel Messi never used to say much. As a kid, he was famously introverted. Former Barcelona youth team defender Robert Franch told Goal how Messi joined the Infantil B side "without us even hearing him say hello". Even after establishing himself as the best player in the world, Messi shunned the limelight. He was always content to let his football do the talking for him, and it spoke volum...Full Story »

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Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has called off negotiations over renewing his contract with the club and is ready to leave the Catalans when his deal expires in 2021, according to reports from Spanish radio network Cadena Ser. Sources confirmed to ESPN's Moises Llorens that Messi is said to be angry with Barcelona's front office about leaked media reports that appeared to make him seem respons...Full Story »

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has called off negotiations over renewing his contract with the club and is ready to leave the Catalans when his current deal expires in 2021, according to reports from Cadena Ser. Sources confirmed to ESPN's Moises Llorens that Messi is said to be angry with Barcelona's front office about leaked media reports that appeared to make him seem responsible for event...Full Story »

Former France striker Christophe Dugarry has been roundly criticised for insensitive comments made towards Lionel Messi, in which he referred to the Argentine as a "1.5m tall kid" who is "half autistic". Dugarry was speaking on RMC Sport as part of the broadcaster's coverage of Barcelona's 2-2 draw with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, a match in which Griezmann was subbed on for the final minutes...Full Story »

The Argentine reached another historic landmark on Wednesday but a 2-2 draw with Atletico Madrid all but ended his side's Liga title hopes After celebrating his 700th career goal with his Barcelona team-mates, Lionel Messi turned back towards the cameras to the left of the Atletico Madrid goal, clicked his fingers and treated those watching at home to a cheeky little wink. It should have bee...Full Story »

The Croatian latched onto Lionel Messi's pass with just 20 minutes left on the clock to seal all three points for the Catalan giants. Ivan Rakitic fired the crucial winner for Barcelona Credit: AFP or licensors Rakitic celebrates scoring the vital winning goal Credit: EPA It was Messi's 250th assist for his boyhood club but he'll have to wait a while longer to score his 700th career strike. ...Full Story »

LIONEL MESSI was seen with a nasty scar ion his leg during Barcelona training this weekend following his clash with Diego Carlos. The Argentine legend, 32, lost his rag and shoved the Sevilla ace to the ground - narrowly avoiding a red card - during their LaLiga game earlier this week. Messi showed off his deep scratch in training after his clash with Sevilla's Diego Carlos Credit: Instagram...Full Story »

Lionel Messi scored his 699th career goal as Barcelona extended their lead atop the La Liga table with a 2-0 victory over Leganes on Tuesday. The win gives the Blaugrana 64 points from 29 matches, five points ahead of Real Madrid who have yet to play this round. - Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. only)- Insider Notebook: Barca stun Madrid with wonderkid move Teenager Ansu Fati opened the s...Full Story »

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The Argentine star once again stole the show as the Catalans returned to action following the coronavirus pandemic Lionel Messi set another La Liga record on Saturday as Barcelona made a winning return to the pitch. The leaders won 4-0 at Real Mallorca in their first match since the campaign was suspended in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. Arturo Vidal opened the scoring after just ...Full Story »

Barcelona hit the ground running as they cruised past Mallorca 4-0 in their first LaLiga game since the coronavirus pandemic.The league leaders last played 99 days ago when they beat Real Sociedad 1-0, with the Spanish league suspended soon after because of the health crisis.But it did not take them long to find their groove as goals from Arturo Vidal, Martin Braithwaite, Jordi Alba and Lionel M...Full Story »

Man Utd have not made an approach to sign 'the next Lionel Messi' (Image: GETTY) Manchester United have been keeping tabs on 'the next Lionel Messi'. Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Argentine wonderkid Thiago Almada, who has been dubbed the 'next Lionel Messi'. However, it is claimed no negotiations have yet been made with the 19-year-old midfielder. There have been rec...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Messi's injury. Bartomeu asks the players a new cutting salaries for Barcelona GAS! GAS!! GAS!!!   Chelsea look like they have beaten Liverpool to the signing of RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner .   Frank Lampard's Chelsea are getting business done   If Cristiano Ronaldo Is Aladdin, Then Who Is His Genie?   What Do You Sa...Full Story »

WE ear Timo Werner may have a weakness. The Blues are on the verge of signing RB Leipzig's brilliant German striker in a sensational £54million deal, snatching him from under the noses of Premier League rivals Liverpool. Werner wears ear plugs during a Champions League against Besiktas But the 24-year-old prolific goalscorer, who has 31 goals in all competitions this season and is normal...Full Story »

Sergio Aguero has shared a video with his followers showing the gifts he received for his birthday. His close relatives and friends sent him a book with pictures of them, accompanied by dedications for the Manchester City striker. Among those was one of Lionel Messi, which left his compatriot speechless. "Happy birthday lad, I love you very much," wrote the Barcelona captain, who decided th...Full Story »

Anuel AA released his second album on Friday and the music video for one of the songs, "Futbol y Rumba", features Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos and Barcelona duo Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. The song sees Anuel joined on the track by Spanish artist Enrique Iglesias. Anuel's new album, called "Emmanuel", is 22 songs long and features the likes of Bad Bunny, Yandel, Enrique Iglesias, Travi...Full Story »