Published 16:38 IST, August 27th 2020
Did Sergio Aguero drop a hint that Lionel Messi is joining Man City? Fans speculate
After Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero changed his Instagram handle, fans took it as a hint of a possible Messi to Man City transfer.
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Sergio Aguero and Lionel Messi are kwn to share a great bond. In past, Lionel Messi has given an insight into pair’s relationship, saying that Sergio Aguero is like a bror to him. duo has been playing toger since ir U-20 days and ir strong camaraderie has been on display several times. Lionel Messi is also godfar of Aguero’s son Benjamin. Ever since news of Lionel Messi seeking a move away from Barcelona made headlines, rumour mill has been constantly speculating star forward’s next destination. However, Lionel Messi’s close friend Sergio Aguero may have just dropped a hint on attacker’s next destination.
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Lionel Messi news: Sergio Aguero seemingly drops Messi to Man City hint
Sergio Aguero’s latest social media activity has prompted City fans to think that forward has hinted at a Messi to Man City transfer. Man City striker recently changed his Instagram handle. Sergio Aguero’s new Instagram handle reads 'kunaguero' from its earlier version of ‘kunaguero10’. little change to drop '10' from his social media handle is what has prompted fans to speculate on a possible Messi to Man City deal.
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Reacting to subtle changes, Man City fans took to social media to suggest that it has been prompted by Lionel Messi’s impending arrival, with Barcelona player set to take .10 jersey at Manchester City. While Lionel Messi wears .10 shirt at Barcelona, that shirt is worn by Sergio Aguero at Man City. Referring to hint, Man City fans suggested that it is a sign of a possible Messi to Man City transfer, with several tweeting on development as well. Many fans wrote that fact that Sergio Aguero has changed his Instagram handle is proof that Messi to Man City deal has been finalised.
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Man City transfer news: Messi rumours hot up
Several reports covering Lionel Messi transfer news have suggested that Manchester City may be frontrunners if Lionel Messi indeed leaves Barcelona this summer. Publications covering Man City transfer news had even reported that footballer has already held talks with Man City manr Pep Guardiola about a potential move, before handing in a transfer request with Spanish giants. Considering Lionel Messi’s ws, few clubs in world can afford Argentinian. With recent news indicating that a Messi transfer may be out of reach of cash-rich PSG, Manchester City seem to be in pole position. ESPN recently reported that Man City are preparing a long term offer for Lionel Messi, which would see forward move to MLS partner club New York City FC after spending three years in Premier League.
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16:38 IST, August 27th 2020