Real Madrid star says he 'didn't care' if Lionel Messi left Barcelona for Man City or not

revelation that Lionel Messi sought an exit from Barcelona after almost two decades at club took footballing world by storm this summer. likes of Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos also insisted that Barcelona should fulfil Argentine legend's wish if he seeks to leave. However, one Los Blancos superstar, in particular, Marco Asensio, was surprisingly unfazed by complete Lionel Messi transfer saga. 

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Marco Asensio claims he wouldn't care if Lionel Messi left Barcelona 

Lionel Messi was on cusp of leaving Camp u after his infamous fallout with club president Josep Maria Bartomeu. Barcelona's resolve in keeping six-time Ballon d'Or winner at club was strengned by Messi's contractual situation, which ultimately compelled club captain to continue for a season more. 

Showing a lack of interest in Lionel Messi transfer saga, Real Madrid star Marco Asensio claims he was unfazed by complete scenario. Speaking to El Transistor, Spain international stated that he wouldn't care if Barcelona legend left or continued at Camp u. 

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Marco Asensio hopes to play against best players 

Marco Asensio went on to insist that it is indeed a positive development for Barcelona that Lionel Messi chose to continue at club. Asensio said he prefers playing against best players in world. Marco Asensio will be hoping to start against Real Madrid's fiercest rivals when two sides come up against each or on October 25. 

Real Madrid midfielder insisted that he would want to start against Barcelona, but decision was completely for coach to make. Marco Asensio missed out on almost entire campaign previous season due to an ACL injury. Speaking on same, 24-year-old claims that he feels good, if t better than before his injury. 

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Lionel Messi transfer news continues to make headlines 

Meanwhile, re seems to be end to Lionel Messi transfer news anytime soon. Argentina captain was linked with a move to Manchester City this summer due to spectacle involving him and Barcelona. Furr giving credence to transfer talk, Etihad-based outfit's chief operating officer Omar Berrada has confirmed that club possesses financial muscle to sign Lionel Messi next summer. 

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Im courtesy: Marco Asensio, Barcelona Instagram