World Cup Winner and eight times Ballon d’Or winner has said that his chances of returning to play in Europe is ‘over’.
ANN previously reported that Inter Miami star, Messi clinched historic eight Ballon d’Or on Monday.
Football Journalist, Fabrizio Romano reveals that Messi spoke to L’Équipé about his future plans.
“Leaving Inter Miami on loan for the next months? No, not at all. It’s not a possibility to consider”.
“My European chapter closed? Yes. Thanks to God, I had extraordinary career in Europe and won everything I have dreamed of. Now that I have decided to come to USA, I don’t think I will ever return to playing in Europe”.
“I wanted to return to Barça, it was great idea to be there, the family, my retirement there as I always wanted… but it was just not possible”.
On whether he’ll play on the upcoming 2026 World Cup to he jointly hosted by the United States of America, Canada and Mexico:
“World Cup 2026? Considering the age I will be at that time, it seems difficult — but we’ll see…”.
