Lionel Messi | Joins Inter Miami (pg4111)

[Akiva]

They do have other players they can sell, you know?

While this is true, notably Rakitic, that's not necessarily the central argument being made as only Messi, Suarez and Neymar could theoretically generate the cash inflow Barca would require to balance the books (and extend Messi) regardless.

The point is, Messi hasn't signed an extension with the club yet. If that persists beyond this next transfer window then in summer 2018 he leaves on a free and Barcelona miss out on the largest transfer fee in the history of the sport, plus end up with egg on their faces for letting it happen.

So far, Messi hasn't been extended and the prevailing theory is that Blaugrana had to choose between extending Neymar and extending Messi and they picked the former, now the highest paid star in their team and indeed in Europe.

What does that mean for City? IMO, Messi will be extended, but if he's not, then he'll most likely be a Blue.

 

[dachoosen1]

Yeah that's true, I agree with that.

Would be nice to see a team with majority of our own academy players, but can't see that changing any time soon.

It's the biggest downside to being a major club, youngsters not getting a chance. Think everyone here would love a squad full of home grown players but its very unlikely ever to happen.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

There's a few others on here who knew about Messi, have posted on it and, where possible, we shared what we had. Probably at least 4 or 5 people. But you've only been on here five minutes so you can be excused for not knowing that.

And it hasn't happened yet because Messi hasn't wanted it to happen. It's really that simple. It may not ever happen but that doesn't mean we haven't tried. Same with De Rossi. We wanted him, put an offer on the table but he wanted to stay with Roma.

Actually fella, I have been on here since 2004, only forgotten login details for my previous account so unable to log in under that.

I was at 5 a side football matches, purchased tickets off Rascal etc in the past.

And fair enough.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

It's the biggest downside to being a major club, youngsters not getting a chance. Think everyone here would love a squad full of home grown players but its very unlikely ever to happen.

I always thought this ruling was going to bring it in.

Just ended up players playing in the UK for 3 years can be classed as HG :(

 

[dachoosen1]

I always thought this ruling was going to bring it in.

Just ended up players playing in the UK for 3 years can be classed as HG :(

The academy was one of bright points when we were battling relegation we were able to give young players a chance cunningham, Jordan, hart, Kasper, Richards, nedum, croft, Johnson, bwp, SWP, ireland and flood to name a few in a short time period.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

The academy was one of bright points when we were battling relegation we were able to give young players a chance cunningham, Jordan, hart, Kasper, Richards, nedum, croft, Johnson, bwp, SWP, ireland and flood to name a few in a short time period.

That's true, most of them were all fan favourites aswell.

 

[BlueDeadHead]

Lol that old chestnut, you were told 3 years ago? If so (not denying your credibility over this) then why hasn't this happened already?

And I am pretty sure your pal doesn't need any back up. But it is true, thanks for quoting me.

City has moved on. You got left behind. We get it.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

City has moved on. You got left behind. We get it.

wtf is that ? haha

 

[SWP's back]

Lol mate quit banging on about how signing 1 player will ruin the academy, it's only one player he will be holding back and that player is more then likely not and never be be of the level of messi. I am a massive fan of the academy but if we can get 3-4 first team regulars from our current academy crop we will be doing well. It's a reasonable assumption that having one of if not the most marketable player on the planet will raise sponsorship and sponsorship opportunitys. And as for the age of the squad we have Jesus, sane and sterling think the average age of our attackers is one of the youngest around. Finally I like most people think having a better squad is more important then having a younger squad.

This.

 

[SWP's back]

Your just a clown, happy to slap down others when they air a different view, still need to swear to get your point across (losing battle when you do that)

My views are stupid? You sound like a petty child because someone has an alternative view to yours, hate to of seen your meltdowns over Brexit. IF Messi comes to City (he won't) I will hardly have a meltdown over it. Clown.

I am continually going around and around in circles. If your happy for someone to come in and stop an academy prospect good for you, just don't preach about how good the academy is when trying to score one against someone else.

IF I want to capitalize my wording, I can do what I want, your not the forum police.

5 mates? Give over clown features, I would happily screenshot various social media outlets agreeing with what I am trying to say, but you will still say we are all IDIOTS because we have a different opinion to you.

OOOO Pep likes Messi, would you like a medal about that? Do some internet searches and unfortunately alot say Ronaldo is BETTER than Messi (sorry to burst your bubble)

You really think IF Messi was to join City it wasn't for the money?? You think he wants to wear the blue shirt, despite probably not knowing who the heck we are pre-2008? If you believe that then again you are a clown.

I noticed the question I asked about you being a blue only recently hasn't been answered. Your silence on that is golden.

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The fuck is this guy?