Barcelona sporting director Deco has dismissed the concept of Lionel Messi making a return to the membership, insisting there is no such thing as a state of affairs by which the Argentine comes again as a participant.
Talking throughout a latest interview, Deco made his place clear after Messi shocked supporters with a non-public go to to the newly renovated Spotify Camp Nou.
The unannounced journey, shared solely in a while the participant’s social media, had briefly reignited hypothesis amongst followers a few potential closing spell on the membership 4 years after his emotional departure.
Nevertheless, Deco has firmly closed the door on the potential for the MLS star returning.
“I don’t assume it’s attainable as a result of Leo is underneath contract and it was by no means even thought of. Leo is at all times Leo and he might nonetheless contribute one thing; he’s a terrific participant, nevertheless it’s not one thing we’re going to speak about.
“The present scenario is totally speculative.
The sporting director mentioned he was not shocked that Messi’s identify continues to be sung within the tenth minute on the stadium.
“Leo may have a lifelong impression. For me, Leo is the very best participant within the membership’s historical past, together with Johan [Cruyff] and Ronnie [Ronaldinho]. It’s regular, being from this era, to not overlook Leo,” the previous midfielder mentioned.
Deco was additionally requested about comparisons between Messi and rising Barcelona expertise Lamine Yamal.
“They’re completely different levels, completely different gamers. They’re each forward of the remaining when it comes to their notion of issues.
“Leo grew up in an atmosphere the place he had no strain or want for the highlight as a result of it wasn’t his time, whereas Lamine grew up in a unique atmosphere, at a Barca in reconstruction.
“Leo did so in an already established group, with a median age of 26-27. Leo progressively labored his manner in.
“Leo generated curiosity; I went to look at the reserve group to see him play. His high quality was spectacular.”
