For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletterLionel Messi admits he “wanted to return to Barcelona” but has now confirmed his move to Inter Miami. Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal had been the favourites to sign Messi after it emerged they were offering the Argentine a $1billion (£800million) deal over two years. Boyhood club Barcelona, where Messi spent the majority of his legendary career before joining PSG, were also in the running. But the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner stunned fans by choosing Inter Miami. "I'm not going back to Barca, I'm going to Inter Miami.

Source: The Star June 08, 2023 08:06 UTC