Shocking surprise! What Joan Laporta said about Messi excites Barça: 'he'll return to...'

Talking about Messi is talking about Barça at its highest level. The Argentine changed history, taking the Catalan club to heights that once seemed unreachable. His magical nights at Camp Nou remain etched in the memories of Barça fans, who consider him the greatest of all time.

Messi was much more than a goalscorer. He represented the essence of Barça's play style. Under his leadership, Barça won four Champions League titles and experienced its most glorious era, the one that amazed the world with its signature soccer.

However, the summer of 2021 marked a turning point. Joan Laporta, overwhelmed by the financial situation, had to let Messi go. The "10" said goodbye in tears at an unforgettable press conference, assuring everyone that it wasn't his choice, but rather a consequence of the circumstances.

That day, Messi promised that he would return someday. His desire is to come back to the club of his life, even if only to say goodbye. Since then, Barça fans have dreamed of the moment when the Rosario native steps onto Camp Nou field once again.

Joan Laporta confirms his plan with Messi

Messi wants to retire making history, but Joan Laporta has other plans before that happens. The president has given an interview in which he has made several statements that have excited Barça supporters. One of them, without a doubt, was his direct reference to the Argentine "10".

Joan Laporta has acknowledged that his relationship with Messi has gone through ups and downs. "We've had a very good relationship with Leo. When we didn't renew the contract, it was damaged, but afterwards we've more or less recovered it a bit," the president confessed with complete sincerity.

What truly moved the Barça community was his next statement. "We hope Messi can receive the great tribute he deserves," Joan Laporta said with conviction. This statement confirms that the return of the "10" to Camp Nou is only a matter of time.

Messi will return to Camp Nou to receive the affection he deserves

The tribute has been on the table for some time, although the renovations at Barça's stadium have delayed its celebration. Joan Laporta wants it to be at the new Camp Nou, with full capacity and an atmosphere worthy of a legend. The goal is to pay tribute to the greatest player in the club's history in the place where he wrote his brightest chapters.

For now, Messi hasn't spoken out. However, no one doubts that the idea will fill him with emotion. He has always made it clear that Barça is his home and that he will return someday.

Barça fans dream of that day. It won't be just any match, but a date with history and gratitude. Joan Laporta wants the tribute to serve as the closing of the most glorious chapter FC Barcelona has ever had and to bid Messi farewell in the grandest way possible.