Lionel Messi

I don't believe that Messi's departure from Barça can simply be polished off with a 12-line statement pointing the finger at LaLiga and Javier Tebas...

The Argentinean is leaving Barcelona, despite having reached an agreement with the club to stay. Alfredo Relaño looks at what’s behind the situation.

Alfredo Relaño analyses the new agreement announced by LaLiga which will see investment firm CVC control an 11% stake in the business in exchange for $2.6bn.

Alfredo Relaño discusses the future of Barcelona star Lionel Messi, who is yet to renew his contract because of the club's inability to balance the books.

What has happened to Griezmann is relatively normal. Simeone pushes him to the limit, but within a model club and a healthy atmosphere.