Lionel Messi Becomes Free After 20 Years From Barcelona’

Top rated international soccer player Lionel Messi is a free agent after playing for 20 years with Barcelona.

Messi’s three-year-contract with Barcelona expired at midnight on Thursday, leaving him with the choice of extending it or signing for another team on a free transfer.

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The Athletic understands that he remains in advanced negotiations with Barcelona over a new contract.

Messi, 34, tried to leave Barcelona last summer but had his transfer request rejected.

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