Lionel Messi completes purchase of Spanish club in surprise move as Inter Miami superstar 'reinforces close ties to Barcelona'
Goal | 16.04.2026 16:11
In the official announcement, the motivation behind the deal was made clear. "With this operation, Messi reinforces his close relationship with Barcelona and his commitment to the development of sport and local talent in Catalonia. A connection that dates back to the time when he was an FC Barcelona player and has remained indelible throughout the years," the statement read.
