The soccer world is in shock after learning ofLionel Messiâs decision to leave Barcelona. The Argentinean superstar and new manager Ronald Koeman met to talk about the future of the team. But, apparently, one of Koemanâs phrases was not to the liking of Messi.
According to Deportes Cuatro, Koeman and Messi had a tense meeting, something that the six-time Ballon dâOr winnner wasnât expecting. The original idea was to talk about Koemanâs plans for the team and how would Messi fit in the new Barcelona.
However, one of Koeman phrase changes everything: âThe privileges on the squad are over, we have to do everything for the teamâ. And Koeman added: âIâm going to be inflexible, you have to think about the team.â
Lionel Messiâs reaction after the meeting with Koeman
After the meeting, Lionel Messi was totally surprised. He didnât expect what happened and put more doubts abouthis future. The Argentinean knew what to expect then: Koemanâs calls to different players telling them they wonât be needed for next season.
That was the case of Luis SuĂĄrez, Arturo Vidal, Ivan Rakitic, Samuel Umtiti, among others. Koeman wants to rebuild the squad, but also wanted to have Messi with him. However, it will be a different story and we will see a new Barcelona without the best player in their history.
