World Soccer Talk

Messi had the final word on Barcelona transfers, former teammate says: ‘I was going to sleep hoping that Leo likes me’

Lionel Messi played for FC Barcelona for 17 seasons, from 2004 to 2021. During that time, his influence within the club grew alongside his reputation as a player, giving him significant ...
Sports Illustrated

‘A Lot of Hits’—Lionel Messi Sent Transfer Warning by Saudi Pro League Star

Al Ahli forward Riyad Mahrez warned that Lionel Messi would be subjected to some rough treatment from Saudi Pro League defenders should he move to the Kingdom, a speculative transfer which has ...

The 'signing' that Leo Messi facilitated for Barcelona in the middle of a match: "If you want to take me, I'll go"

Paulinho revealed that he couldn't believe his ears when Lionel Messi approached him during a friendly match and casually suggested a move to Barcelona. The midfielder admitted he ...
Tribal Football

Former Barcelona star claims Lionel Messi had power to stop his transfer

Ex-Barcelona midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng has claimed that Lionel Messi "had the power" to block his transfer. Boateng, 38, secured a shock loan move from Italian side Sassuolo to Barcelona in ...
Fox News

Top MLS Transfer Fees: Where Son Lands and Why Messi, Beckham Don't Make List

Lionel Messi, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic. These global icons would make any shortlist of the greatest MLS signings – but don't look for them on the highest transfer fee list. That list is ...