FC Barcelona president Laporta understood and respected Messi’s decision to want to compete in a league with fewer demands, further away from the spotlight and the pressure he has been subject to in recent years.
Both Joan Laporta and Jorge Messi also agreed to work together to promote a proper tribute from Barça fans to honour Lionel Messi, a footballer who has been, is, and always will be beloved by Barça.
Lionel Messi had only yesterday announced that he would be moving to the US to join MLS side Inter Miami.