Messi wants 2 meeting with Barcelona for friendly exit so not to hurt the fans

Meanwhile, Bartomeu refuses to even meet with the player if it means discussing his exit.

Leo Messi 'has asked' Barcelona twice for a friendly exit, he wants to find an agreement with the club, Onda Cero's reputable Alfredo Martinez reports.

The Argentine hopes to avoid a lawsuit against the club he loves.

Moreover, the 33-year-old believes that going to court against the Catalans will hurt the fans.

For now, Blaugrana refuse to sell Messi and will indicate to his €700m release clause if any club comes knocking.

However, Leo's lawyers insist that his release clause has expired at the end of the 2019/20 season.

La Liga have sided with Barca in this dispute, stating that the forward's release clause is still active.