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Europa League: Door is open for Messi’s return to Barcelona – Xavi

Barcelona coach, Xavi Hernandez has said the door will always be open for Lionel Messi to return to the club.

Messi is yet to agree a new contract at Paris Saint-Germain, with his current deal expiring at the end of this season.

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Reports in Spain this week claimed the player’s father, Jorge, met with Barca president Joan Laporta recently.

It has led to speculation that the 35-year-old could be set for a return to the LaLiga giants.

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“This is his home and the door is always open.

“[Messi] is a friend and we are in permanent contact. It depends on what he wants for his future and how the club sees it.

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“He is the best player in the world and the best ever. He would always fit [the team],” Xavi told a press conference ahead of their Europa League game against Manchester United on Thursday, when asked about the rumoured meeting.

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