Laporta: 'I think Messi's story with Barca is not over yet. It's open'

"I think, hope that Leo Messi story with Barcelona is not over yet. It's still open, it's our responsibility to make sure it has a more beautiful ending than it was," Joan Laporta has told ESPN, per Fabrizio Romano.

"As a Barca president, I feel indebted to Messi," he added.

Leo Messi's current deal with Paris Saint-Germain runs until July 2023. It's yet unknown if the Argentine will extend it.

The 35-year-old reportedly has called Xavi to ask him about a possible Barca comeback. However, it depends on whether Joan Laporta would welcome this possibility.

Earlier, Laporta hinted at a possible farewell with the legendary Argentine in front of a full Camp Nou stadium.

Source: ESPN via Fabrizio Romano