straight to your inboxKoeman hands City Messi boost Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman has not ruled out Lionel Messi leaving the club next summer.
The Barca star confirmed over the summer his intention to leave the Camp Nou, but after a stand-off with the club regarding the validity of a release clause he opted to stay and avoid a damaging court battle.
During his two-week discussion with the club, Manchester City were favourites to sign to the six-time Ballon d'Or winner. COO Omar Berrada recently told MEN Sport the Blues will be able to sign Messi if he becomes available again this summer.
Meanwhile, Koeman confirmed his role in convincing the player his immediate future is with Barca. “I was always hoping Messi would stay for this season,”.
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