The transfer fee is the sticking point as we can’t have another legal case hanging over us, so do need to come to an agreement with Barca.
We can only hope that they appreciate Messi’s wishes and do not price him out, which they could.
Signing Messi would be a watershed moment for any club, but for us it would be beyond measure. It would given credence and respect to what we have achieved.
It would be the moment that set us on our path to becoming a true top tier of club, above Paris, Liverpool etc.
Where people say the deal will pay for itself, it will but probably not as quickly as people assume. However, the legacy of signing him for his 3 years of playing might move the project 10 years on. It will have a significant impact on his catching United up in terms of revenue and pulling away from Chelsea/ Arsenal etc.
For those worried about age, take confidence in the fact Messi would only come here if he feels he can enhance his reputation by doing so.
He has all the money he ever needs and he would need this move to be a success to enhance his reputation.
He would be extremely motivated!
We might also get to see Pep for another 3 years if this deal goes through.
Quite simply put it’s a game changer
