Lionel Messi is thriving at Paris Saint-Germain after finally seeming settled in his new surroundings, but the lure of a potential return to his club of life Barcelona still looms large in the background
The 35-year-old is back to play some of his best in football once again at Paris Saint-Germain, who looks well-placed to finally tackle another serious challenge in the Champions League this season
But it is no secret that Messi is considering a return to his former club, Barcelona, in light of Barca’s keenness to revive their union
Now his close friend Cesc Fabregas appears to be shedding light on the situation, by hinting that the ball could be in Barcelona’s court
In response to a question about the possibility of Messi returning to the “Camp Nou” stadium, Fabregas said in his statements, which were published by the British newspaper “Mirror”: “I do not know if that is possible”
“It could be an option if Barcelona are open to it,” he added. “It would be a nice and happy ending”
Messi’s contract with Paris Saint-Germain expires in the summer, although it is possible to extend it
That is PSG’s intention, but Messi has told the club he does not want to hold talks before the Winter World Cup in Qatar, according to Sky Sports
The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner is fully focused on playing a good tournament with Argentina in what could be his last World Cup appearance
This means that any discussions of a new contract will be postponed until next year, at which time Messi will be free to hold talks with other clubs
