With Lionel Messi linked with a shock loan return to Barcelona, here is the latest on the Inter Miami superstar's future.
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It was reported last week that the Catalan club was considering a loan move for the 36-year-old, who could be without football for a while if the Herons fail to reach the MLS play-offs.
On the weekend, Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino seemed surprised when asked about the possibility of Messi leaving on loan, a move that always appeared unlikely.
David Beckham and Thierry Henry are among a number of players who returned to Europe on short-term deals after making the move to the US, but according to Mundo Deportivo Argentina's No. 10 will not be doing the same.
The Spanish publication states that the LALIGA champions are not even looking into the possibility of signing Messi on loan in the January transfer window, contrary to recent reports.
Barcelona are still working on a strict budget, leaving it almost impossible for them to bring the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner back to the club.
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It is said the Blaugrana are currently prioritising the registration of Vitor Roque, whom the club is hoping to bring to Spain in January after agreeing to sign him from Athletico Paranaense earlier this year.
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