The 33-year-old conceded 11 goals and earned one clean sheet in nine matches for Barcelona last season across various competitions. The German talent needs to secure regular first-team football if he wants to re-establish himself as a top keeper in European football.

However, Lionel Messi left the club in the summer of 2021 and moved to Paris Saint-Germain after the Spanish side failed to renew his contract. He was close to rejoining in 2023, but Barca could not get their financial issues sorted, and the Argentine moved to Inter Miami.

According to RAC1, it has come to light that Lionel Messi’s camp has made it clear that there has been no contact from FC Barcelona regarding his involvement in the reopening ceremony of the new

Barcelona’s pre-season has kicked off with intensity and intrigue, as Hansi Flick’s early decisions set the tone for a summer packed with transition. The Athletic ’s detailed reporting reveals how the German manager is wasting no time reshaping the squad, starting with a surprising move in goal and difficult transfer questions ahead.