Man City would be better off spending the £150 million that Messi will cost over three years on Haaland’s transfer fee. If it’s about product on the field.
RUMOR: Messi/Pep to MCFC and NYCFC
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That's fair, but I find it hard to believe it wouldn't be more about money it can make them via both messi in MCFC and then in NYCFC, the kit sales, the attendance booms, etc. But agreed Haaland longterm would be the better on field decision, can we get them to send him to us in 10 years? lol
Given a choice between Haaland and Messi, I would also go Haaland, but I think its a false choice.
Messi will be 34 when the next Premier League season begins. That's not worth a huge investment.
However, he is still performing at a very high level. He has 19 goals and 8 assists in 24 league games, and 4 goals and 2 assists in 5 Champions League games. There's not a team in the world he couldn't go to and improve. The question is how long that remains the case.
Also, with Messi there is an additional benefit to some clubs, but not all. The hype factor. His arrival anywhere will be huge and drive tremendous press and fan interest. Some clubs need that a lot more than others. Man City needs it very little. You have to wonder if another Club wanting to step up to a higher level of world recognition will step up and pay him more.
Messi will be 34 when the next Premier League season begins. That's not worth a huge investment.
However, he is still performing at a very high level. He has 19 goals and 8 assists in 24 league games, and 4 goals and 2 assists in 5 Champions League games. There's not a team in the world he couldn't go to and improve. The question is how long that remains the case.
Also, with Messi there is an additional benefit to some clubs, but not all. The hype factor. His arrival anywhere will be huge and drive tremendous press and fan interest. Some clubs need that a lot more than others. Man City needs it very little. You have to wonder if another Club wanting to step up to a higher level of world recognition will step up and pay him more.
Very solid point, I think however, that he'll end up in 1 of 3 places, PSG, Man City, or stay at Barcelona. I don't see him really going anywhere else. Obviously I'm partial to him getting into the city fold and hopefully come here for short period, he'd still run circles around this league at 36, 37, etc. and the boost he'd provide our team would be imaginable, how many people would want to come play here to play with him, how many fans would want to see him live, etc. Hard to fantasize about it, but definitely hoping it comes to fruition. I wouldn't be shocked if he ended up in Miami if he does not sign with city (after more time at barca or PSG).
There are rumors that Messi is staying at Barcelona and even worse.... Is planning to go to Inter Miami in 2 years.
The dream is dead, friends.
The dream is dead, friends.
The thought of Messi playing 90 minutes in Cincinnati...
im sure he will glady give it up. also omg the dream is alive!!!
Lionel Messi Receives 'Concrete and Official' Offer From Man City Owners
Lionel Messi has reportedly received what has been described as his only 'concrete and official' offer, from the owners of Manchester City, as per claims from France.
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Lionel Messi Receives 'Concrete and Official' Offer From Man City Owners
Lionel Messi has reportedly received what has been described as his only 'concrete and official' offer, from the owners of Manchester City, as per claims from France.
"The report continues by claiming that their sources have revealed that the player has been offered a three-year contract: The first two years being at Manchester City, with the final year at fellow City Football Group side, New York City in the MLS."
"Sources say the two sides are close to finalizing a deal but it is currently being held up over a guarantee of parking spaces"
Well… he’s a guy you build a team around!
But can he do it on a Tuesday night Community Board meeting?
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