Barcelona since he was 13 years old, Lionel Messi is exiting the Catalan club on painful terms.Messi expected to sign a new contract following Argentina’s triumphant Copa America campaign, which saw him lift the first international trophy of a glittering career.However, the Argentine arrived at the Camp Nou to news from Barcelona president Joan Laporta that La Liga had placed severe financial restrictions on the club, meaning they could not proceed with Messi’s scheduled signing.Instead of a press conference to announce Messi’s new contract, Barcelona swiftly revealed on their club website that the 2020/21 season would be his last.On an emotional Sunday, Messi bid his final farewell to the club, where he has won ten La Liga titles, four.
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