Italian Media Analyse Possibility Of Inter Signing Barcelona Captain Lionel Messi | OneFootball

A report from today’s online edition of Italian newspaper La Repubblica has analysed the possibility of seeing Barcelona star Lionel Messi sign for Inter.

The report details how the coaches and executives of both the Nerazzurri and Blaugrana have downplayed the rumours that the 33-year-old Argentine forward could join the Milanese club this summer.

The Catalans are convinced that the player will end his career with the La Liga side. He also has a release clause of €700 million, another huge obstacle for Inter.

On the other hand, the report continues, Messi’s failure to extend his current contract with Barcelona, which is set to expire at the end of next season, as well as the economic strength of the Suning group allow the Nerazzurri fans to dream.

The fact that his father recently bought a property in Milan close to the Nerazzurri’s headquarters also could help facilitate a deal. Messi has scored 30 goals and provided 26 assists in 42 appearances this season.