Last summer, Lionel Messi made his desire to leave Barcelona public and Manchester City were named as the frontrunners to acquire his services.
The 33-year-old then made a U-turn and decided to continue at the Catalan club.
With a contract expiring on June 30th, the forward has stressed a decision on his future will be made after this campaign.
‘Messi-City case closed’ is splashed on the front page of today’s Sport. Within the report, it’s stated the Argentine ‘will not go to’ the Etihad in the next market.
Pep Guardiola’s side have ‘made the decision’ not to present an offer for the La Liga side’s superstar as their main focus is to find a replacement for Sergio Agüero, who announced his decision to leave the Citizens in the summer.
Within the Premier League club, there is ‘conviction’ Messi will sign an extension at the Camp Nou.
Manchester City share a good relationship with Barcelona and therefore find it inappropriate to launch an attack for the player.
‘Only a wink’ from the South American will convince Pep’s side to change their position on making an approach for the six-time Ballon d’Or winner.
The current stance from the English club leaves Messi with only two options: sign a new contract at Barcelona or go to Paris Saint-Germain.
