Lionel Messi To Quit MLS For Return To Europe? Ex Barca Star Cesc Fabregas Fuels Rumours
Messi was even spotted at his former Barcelona teammate Cesc Fabregas' house a few days ago, triggering rumours of a potential European return. With Fabregas currently managing Italian club Como, rumours spread over the Argentine's switch to the Italian Serie A. But, Fabregas said that the visit was purely from a personal standpoint.
" Leo was at my house on vacation. He came to visit some friends. We're friends, as are our wives and kids. But he's in the United States," said Fabregas. However, Fabregas also said that you "never say never", triggering rumours of Messi's potential switch in the summer.
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16 matches
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6 assists
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— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 13, 2025
Como, a newly promoted side to the Serie A, is looking for reinforcements in the market. Spanish striker Alvaro Morata has already been linked with a move to the club, though Fabregas didn't shed any light on the progress made. "We'll see, I don't like talking about things that aren't 100% done," he said.
In the ongoing MLS season, Messi has featured in 16 matches, scoring 15 goals and 6 assists. While Messi himself hasn't expressed desire to leave MLS, the prospect of defending the FIFA World Cup title with Argentina next year might see him at least consider the possibility.
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