A return to Barcelona or a move to Saudi Arabia seemed to be on the cards.
Lionel Messi is moving to the USA.
Argentina's World Cup winner will be joining MLS club Inter Miami.
A return to Barcelona or a move to Saudi Arabia was rumoured following Messi's PSG departure this month.
Barcelona have relseased an official statement about Messi's failed transfer back to Spain:
"On Monday, June 5, Jorge Messi, the player’s father and representative, informed Club President Joan Laporta of the player's decision to join Inter Miami, despite having been presented with a proposal from Barça, in consideration of the desire of both FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi for him to once again wear blaugrana.
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 honor a footballer who has been, is, and always will be beloved by Barça."
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