Barcelona to offer new contract to Lionel Messi that ties him at least until 2023: Report

Uncertainly has prevailed in recent times over Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi’s contract at Camp u. six-time Ballon d’Or winner is yet to extend his stay with Catalan giants as his current contract runs out in 2021. However, recent reports claim that defending LaLiga champions have offered an enhanced contract to Argentine forward.

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Lionel Messi contract: Barcelona set to extend stay

According to Spanish media outlet Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have offered a new contract to Messi that will see him play at Camp u at least until his 36th birthday. 32-year-old has been offered a one-year-contract extension beyond 2021, with an option to extend it furr by one year. This will seemingly ensure his stay in Spain until 2023 or until his 36th birthday.

Several reports suggest that Messi’s contract with Barcelona includes a special clause that allows him to leave club as a free nt in any given year. However, deadline to exercise option this season has already expired. It is reported that negotiations to extend contract will be lengthy and time-consuming and might last throughout course of next season. However, it is t extent of his contract that Argentine clamours, rar he expects inclusion of exit clause in his new contract.

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Lionel Messi contract: Superstar linked with Newell's Old Boys

Earlier reports suggested that Messi might be on his way out of Barcelona at end of season amid growing concerns and conflicts with club hierarchy. Argentina international was linked with defending Premier League champions Manchester City, due to his exceptional relationship with manr Pep Guardiola, while a return to Argentina wouldn’t be ruled out back n.

It was reported that Messi might seek a return to Newell’s Old Boys, his boyhood club to spend final few years of his professional career. Last year, during an interview with TyC Sports, 32-year-old confessed that he dreams to play with Newell's Old Boys again. However, he was unsure if his dream would become a reality, largely because his entire family is w settled in Barcelona. It would be a difficult task to relocate to his homeland along with entire family, said Messi. 

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Barcelona fixtures: Lionel Messi's side to play Sevilla

Barcelona fixtures suggest that Catalan giants will have a tough time in LaLiga. Messi's side will travel to Sevilla on Friday (Saturday according to IST). Sevilla clash is followed by games against Athletic Club Bilbao, Celta Vigo and Atletico Madrid. A possible point drop in any of games could prove beneficial for Real Madrid, who trail leaders by two points.

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