Joan Laporta doesn't give up. Although it seemed impossible, the Barcelona president is once again pulling strings to make millions of Culers' dream come true: seeing Leo Messi wear the blaugrana jersey again.
The plan is on the table and, this time, there are dates, intention, and a clear proposal. This isn't a long-term operation or an impossible signing. It's a sentimental idea, a tribute... and with sporting sense.
Messi, free in December
Messi's contract with Inter Miami ends in December 2025 (diciembre de 2025). There are clauses that would allow him to leave at the end of this year (este año).
After his participation in the Club World Cup, it's become clear that Inter is far from competing with the giants. The Argentine has shined, yes, but he's looked far too alone. Laporta has taken note... and has prepared his move.
Laporta's offer: six months of tributes
Barça's proposal is simple but powerful: Messi would return to Camp Nou in January 2026 (enero de 2026) to play until June (junio), before the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Six months of preparation at the highest level, surrounded by players who admire him and with whom he could enjoy soccer again. Above all, six months to say goodbye as he deserves: at home, with his people.
Camp Nou, the stage for the farewell
Laporta wants Messi to have his last ovation at the new Camp Nou, with the stadium already renovated. The fans never got to say goodbye properly. There was no tribute, no words on the field, no lap of honor.
Only a cold press conference. That would change with this operation. It would be six months of tribute after tribute, emotion after emotion, closing a cycle.
A "Last Dance" everyone wants to see.
The 2026 World Cup, the last great challenge
Messi wants to arrive in top form for the World Cup with Argentina. Barça's proposal offers him competitive rhythm in a top-level league and an ideal environment.
The club trusts Messi's heart will tip the balance. The door is open. All that's left is for Leo to want to walk through it.