Marc Sària, a candidate in the upcoming presidential elections for Barcelona FC, emphasized the importance of the Argentine star Lionel Messi's return to the Catalan club.
Messi's return could generate 200 million euros
Sària stated in remarks reported by the Spanish newspaper «AS»: «Messi's return is not about honors, as he remains the most appreciated athlete in the world».
He added: «Messi wants to return home, and we must implement a strategic plan that brings clear benefits to Barcelona», explaining that the Argentine star's return could generate up to 200 million euros in revenue for the club in just one season.
A vital agreement for the future of Barcelona
Sària emphasized that Messi is a crucial element for retaining the club's ownership among its members, saying: «I am talking about Messi as an indispensable player because the increase in revenue that this deal will provide is necessary. Reaching an agreement with him is vital for Barcelona».
Visit to Camp Nou and statements from Laporta
Messi had visited the «Camp Nou» stadium last November and expressed his desire to return to Barcelona, but the club president Joan Laporta confirmed in previous statements that the legendary player's return seems unrealistic at the moment, especially after renewing his contract with his current club Inter Miami.
