Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Argentina, but moved to Barcelona in his early teens. As a 13-year-old, he signed for Barcelona.
Since then, Messi has been the club's golden boy and won 30 titles with the team.
Barcelona is said to have confirmedThe news agency AP writes that the 33-year-old wants to leave the club. According to AP journalist Rob Harris, Barcelona have confirmed the information.
Argentine TV channel TYC Sports claims that Messi has used his clause which gives him the right to leave the club at the end of each season. His current contract with Barcelona expires in the summer of 2021.
Messi has won the Ballon d'Or on six occasions.
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Joan Josep Pallas is the editor-in-chief of La Vanguardia's sports editorial office. Photo: TT / SVT