Harry Kane begging Tottenham to take him back like…’: Social media reacts to Lionel Messi’s exit news with hilarious memes… as Manchester City get linked with sensational swoop for Barcelona star instead of England man
- Barcelona have confirmed that Lionel Messi will not be staying at the club
- Barca have said that it was ‘because of financial and structural obstacles’
- The news comes as a shock, following talks of Messi signing a new deal
- Fans have taken to Twitter to share their opinion on the announcement
Barcelona have confirmed that Lionel Messi will not be staying at the club ‘because of financial and structural obstacles’.
Messi became a free agent this summer after his original contract with Barca expired, but was expected to re-sign with the club following positive initial talks between all parties.
However, Barcelona have now confirmed that Messi will not be signing a new contract because of LaLiga’s financial regulations.
Barcelona have confirmed that Lionel Messi will not be staying at the club next season
As a result, supporters have taken to Twitter to express their feelings following the news of the Messi’s departure.
Some were disappointed with the decision, saying: ‘Real Madrid and Barcelona have fucked up so heavily in the past 5 years it’s incredible. Horrible leadership at top of both teams and at the top of La Liga. Good luck competing with the premier league now without Messi and Ronaldo.’
Another added: Messi is worth £600,000,0000. He has a few years left. If he loves #Barcelona so much …….play for free? #Messi.’
While others taken a more light-hearted approach, mocking Harry Kane as his move to Manchester City could be jeopardy following the news.
Kane has been continuously linked with a move to reigning Premier League champions Manchester City and it was a believed a deal was close to being completed after the England captain failed to report to pre-season training at Spurs.
However, Messi’s situation at Barcelona may throw a spanner in the works and fans were quick to capitalise on the situation by taking to social media to post hilarious memes aimed as the Spurs talisman.
