Sergio Ramos joins Messi transfer debate, feels Barcelona icon has right to decide future

Lionel Messi crisis at Barcelona seems to be deepening with every passing day. While Argentina international stands firm on his demand for sealing a free exit, Barcelona maintain that prospective teams should abide by his release clause, a stand that has found support from LaLiga. w, Real Madrid and Spain national team captain Sergio Ramos has come out in support of six-time Ballon d’Or winner.

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Messi deserves to decide his future: Sergio Ramos 

Sergio Ramos was quizzed about his thoughts on Messi transfer saga during pre-match presser. Real Madrid centre-back insists that he hasn’t been thinking much about it. Having said that, Messi deserves right to decide his future, added Ramos. However, it would be in best interest of LaLiga and Barcelona if Messi stays, said Spanish captain, insisting that it's better to have best players around.

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Messi LaLiga stats corroborate with Sergio Ramos' claims 

Indeed, Sergio Ramos' claims corroborate with Messi LaLiga stats over seasons. Barcelona icon is leading goalscorer in history of competition, having netted a massive 420 goals, which is at least 109 goals more than second-placed Cristia Ronaldo. 

On being asked on his contractual situation with Real Madrid, Ramos believes that it does t makes him anxious. skipper’s contract with  Los Blancos expires in June 2021. Ramos asserts that he has never thought of leaving club, furr expressing confidence that a mutually agreed settlement will be reached soon.

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Jorge meets Bartomeu to discuss Messi transfer 

Messi’s far and nt Jorge landed in Barcelona on Wednesday to meet club president Josep Maria Bartomeu. As he landed in Barcelona, Jorge was asked on Messi transfer situation. Jorge confirmed that it was difficult for Argentine to continue at club. meeting that lasted close to 90 minutes, revolved around Messi transfer nda. Reports suggest that Bartomeu is still firm on his demands of payment of €700 million ($839 million) release clause to seek an exit. 

Messi hasn't been training with team ahead of pre-season. Manchester City are considered as next ideal destination for six-time Ballon d'Or winner. Reports claim that Etihad-based outfit are willing to offer a three-season contract, after which he could join Major League Soccer (MLS) side New York City FC. Interestingly, New York City FC are one of footballing acquisitions under City Football Group, which also owns Man City. 

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