Despite FC Barcelona and Lionel #Messi having reached an agreement and the clear intention of both parties to sign a new contract today being 5th August 2021, this cannot happen because of financial and structural obstacles (Spanish Liga regulations).
As a result of this situation, Leo #Messi shall not be staying on at FC Barcelona anymore.
Both parties deeply regret that the wishes of the player and the club will ultimately not be fulfilled.
FC Barcelona who is shock by the late hour revelation however wholeheartedly expresses its gratitude to the player for his contributions to the aggrandisement of the club and wishes him all the very best for the future in his personal and professional life.
