Koeman says Messi 'has to' play out his career with Barcelona

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·20 June 2021

Koeman says Messi 'has to' play out his career with Barcelona

Ronald Koeman says it's important that Lionel Messi play out his career with Barcelona.

The 33-year-old technically becomes a free agent at the end of the month and president Joan Laporta claimed Messi's new Barcelona contract has been delayed until the Catalan giants can sell players.

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Speaking with Sport, Koeman appeared optimistic that a deal for Messi to extend his 21-year-stay at the club will be confirmed soon.

"We have always said that Messi has to finish his career at Barcelona, so I hope we can make it official soon," Koeman said.

"I think it can be done. It will be great news for everyone."

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