According to the Sun, Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi “is ready to quit” the Blaugrana, as a trio of English Premier League clubs have all made contact with the player’s representative over the prospect of signing the Argentine.
Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague has further added hype to this latest transfer bombshell by revealing via Twitter that although a Camp Nou exit is not yet been decided, the Barcelona number 10 is listening to offers from England.
I believe top PL clubs have been surprised by the reception of their approaches. It doesn't mean Messi would go 4 sure but he is listening
— Guillem Balague (@GuillemBalague) October 23, 2015
Manchester duo United and City, including London giants Chelsea are all after the 28-year-old’s signature, and boast the financial strength required to sign a player of Leo’s caliber.
La Pulga, who is currently sidelined with a knee injury, has a staggering release clause reportedly worth €250 million, though a relaxation of UEFA's Financial Fair Play may eliminate any obstacles in the way of the Argentine’s switch to England.
The Albiceleste captain, who has a whopping 418 goals and 191 assists to his name for Barcelona in 492 appearances, has taken a dislike to life in Spain due to the allegations of tax evasion brought upon him and his father, which if founded guilty, could result in jail time.
In addition, the report by the Sun claims that Messi has friends in the Premier League who have already attempted to lure the Argentine to England.
Although a Spanish Primera Division exit for Leo appears highly unlikely, should it come true, it would hand a huge blow to the league, especially given that the other superstar of Liga BBVA, Cristiano Ronaldo, is reportedly headed for PSG next summer.
