Messi set for Barcelona exit
Lionel Messi has told Barcelona that he wants to leave the club.
The Argentine playmaker has been with the Catalan giants for almost twenty years.
But following a meeting with new head coach Ronald Koeman, Messi’s stated his intention to leave.
He’s cited a clause in his contract which allows him to leave for free at the end of a season.
But Barca have countered, saying that clause expired in June.
Messi's request to leave has increased the pressure on those calling the shots at Barcelona.
Club president Josep Bartomeu denied last night that he had tendered his resignation.
There have been calls for him to step down after Messi informed the club that he wanted his contract terminated.
Messi though may have to take legal action in order to force his exit.
It's report that Barcelona believe that the exit clause in his contract expired on June 10th.
More from Sport
-
England face disciplinary action following win over Denmark
England are facing charges from UEFA regarding fan behaviour during last night's Euro 2020 semi-final win against Denmark.
-
McDowell named Ryder Cup vice captain
Padraig Harrington has unveiled two more of his vice captains for the 2020 Ryder Cup.
-
Richie Holland confirmed as Cork City assistant manager
Cork City have confirmed the appointment of Richie Holland as Colin Healy's assistant manager.
-
Gearóid Morrissey says City are going in the right direction
Cork City captain Gearóid Morrissey believes they're going in the right direction after picking up just their third win of the season.
-
Eriksen to be fitted with heart starting device
Christian Eriksen is to be fitted with a heart starting device following his collapse last Saturday in Copenhagen.
-
Fixtures for new Premier League season confirmed
Champions Manchester City will go to Tottenham Hotspur on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season.