Lionel Messi has claimed Pep Guardiola "has something special" as speculation over a reunion at Manchester City continues. The Barcelona star attempted to leave the Nou Camp in the summer before opting to stay put.
Several clubs were linked with his services but only a select few could financially afford such a deal. One of those is City and they have the added lure of working with Guardiola once again.
The Catalan and Messi teamed up to make Barcelona perhaps the greatest club side of all time during a trophy-laden four-year period.
And the Argentine has spoken highly of his former mentor which will only serve to heighten specualtion. “Pep has something special.
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