Pep Guardiola has sought to bring the speculation regarding a move to Manchester City for Lionel Messi to a close, with the former Barcelona boss expecting the Argentine to retire at Camp Nou.
It would come as a surprise to see Messi leave his current surroundings, but potential landing spots have started to dominate gossip columns.
A reunion with Guardiola at City would be a logical fit for the South American, but the former Blaugrana boss has poured cold water on the rumours.
Guardiola has said on links to Messi: “He’s a player for Barcelona, he will stay there, that is my wish.
“I’m not going to talk about players for another club. I think he’s going to finish his career there, it’s my wish.”