Gerard Pique says he is unsure of 'what is going to happen' over Lionel Messi's future at Barcelona but claims the striker looks 'happier' as of late.
The Argentine's contract with the Catalans is set to expire in the summer, and Messi has not yet committed his future to Barcelona with Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City interested.
However, Pique insists the club will 'support his decision' and says they should remain 'grateful for what he has done' for the LaLiga giants.
Despite spending 13 years alongside Messi at the Nou Camp, Pique is still none the wiser as to his thought process for next season.
When speaking to Moviestar, he said: 'I couldn't tell you what's going to happen with him.
'I think in recent months he looks happier. That's important.
'He impacts the team because he is the captain and influences the whole team. The club is doing very well and much of it is because of him.
'Messi has been with us in the team for several years. We know him well, and we will support his decision.
'We should be grateful for what he has done.'
However, Barcelona president Joan Laporta recently said he was confident that Messi would sign a contract extension at the club.
'Everything [that has to do with Messi's renewal] is progressing adequately,' Laporta told LaSexta's show 'Jugones' on Friday.
LamineDembouz11
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A true fan won't scroll it without ❤️ Forca Barca
ZeeshanAwan
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Messi's smile is prove of his contract renewal
Brightberry
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MESSI will you stay in Barcelona. Please answer me
LeoRonaldo17
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One of the best footballer personally I want him to stay at Barcelona despite rivalry and all . Can't imagine Barcelona without Messi and mesii without Barcelona
Bastive01
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He Has Done Alot For Barcelona And Club Should Respect His Decision. I Pray He End Up Staying At Barcelona For Some Years. 🐐
fimdeioruz
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Nothing is better than dee him happy
ajin_footballforlife
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even as a ronni fan......I WANT THIS LEGEND TO END HIS CAREER AT BARCA