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The almost unthinkable happened in August 2021 as Messi left Barcelona on a free transfer.
After 21 years, 672 goals and 35 trophies, he had to leave because the club could not afford to honour the new contract they agreed because of La Liga's salary limit.
In an emotional news conference, a tearful Messi said: "My family and I were convinced we were going to stay here, at home.
"I don't want to leave this club - it's a club I love and this is a moment I didn't expect."
Despite being linked with Manchester City, he joined Paris St-Germain.