“We really didn't have any problems with Barcelona.
The club and I agreed on all the details, there was complete understanding, no disagreements.
I was convinced that I would stay at Barça.
But it turned out to be impossible because of the rules of La Liga, ”Messi said at a farewell press conference.
According to him, when he found out, he felt like a bucket of ice water had been poured over him.
The footballer added that he is still trying to get used to this idea.
Messi is a graduate of Barcelona, in which he played since 2003.
Together with the Catalan club, the striker has won 36 trophies.
The Argentinean has 672 goals and 305 assists in 778 matches.
On July 1, he became a free agent, and on August 5, the Blue Garnet announced that he would not remain with the team.
Earlier, Messi spoke about a possible transfer to PSG.