The football world is once again buzzing with rumors of Lionel Messi’s potential return to Barcelona following an unexpected visit to the city with his family.
Since Saturday, the Argentine superstar has been on a brief break from his duties at PSG and chose to fly to Barcelona with his wife Antonella Roccuzzo, and their children.
This latest development has once again stoked speculation about his future, which has been a hot topic since his departure from Barcelona last year.
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Messi’s arrival at Barcelona’s El Prat airport on Saturday was revealed by journalist Gerard Romero on his Twitch channel. The PSG forward arrived in an unusual manner, avoiding any public sightings, and was reportedly accompanied by his closest circle. According to Spanish newspaper Sport, Messi was met by his long-time bodyguard and advisor, Pepe Costa.
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Adding to the intrigue, it was revealed that Messi arrived with 15 suitcases, fueling further speculation about his future plans. However, it seems that the player is simply taking advantage of a break in his schedule to spend time with his family in his home in Castelldefels, away from the spotlight.
Messi will resume at PSG by Tuesday, giving him a few days to disconnect and enjoy some family time.
While fans and media continue to speculate about his future, only time will tell whether Lionel Messi will return to Barcelona, the club where he spent two decades and became one of the greatest footballers of all time.
