Lionel Messi's father reveals decision on Saudi or Barca move

A decision on the future of the World Cup champion will be made on Wednesday, according to Lionel Messi's father.

Messi is eager to return to Barcelona after leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer. His father, Jorge, recently met with Joan Laporta, the club's president, to plan an emotional reunion at Camp Nou. 

The future of the World Cup champion will be made on Wednesday, according to Lionel Messi's father.

Messi is eager to return to Barcelona after leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer. His father, Jorge, recently met with Joan Laporta, the club's president, to plan an emotional reunion at Camp Nou

Messi wants to return to Barcelona, and Jorge said as much after their conversation. There is hope that a deal may be reached, but the 35-year-old has also been offered a staggering contract in Saudi Arabia, which would make him the highest-paid athlete on earth

Jorge later told Jijantes FC that a decision would be made once La Liga approved Barcelona's financial sustainability plan o...turn to Barcelona, and Jorge said as much after their conversation. There is hope that a deal may be reached, but the 35-year-old has also been offered a staggering contract in Saudi Arabia, which would make him the highest-paid athlete on earth.

Jorge later told Jijantes FC that a decision would be made once La Liga approved Barcelona's financial sustainability plan.