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Xavi claims Laporta blocked Lionel Messi's return to Barcelona in 2023, fearing a power struggle.
Xavi says Messi was ready to return after the World Cup and spoke with him up to March 2023.
Laporta responded that Messi’s camp pulled out, tying the decision to the 2023 presidential race and his own leadership.
Laporta claimed Messi wanted to return in 2023 but his family chose Miami, limiting the move.
Xavi says the two are now speaking again, despite past tensions over Messi's exit.
Laporta labeled Xavi's claims as hurtful and indicated different coaching choices influenced his presidency.
The interview comes as Laporta campaigns for re-election and frames the Messi saga within Barça politics.
Xavi accuses Laporta of lying about the Messi situation and emphasizes truthful disclosures.
Xavi says Messi and he discussed a return plan that would work in football terms.
The article notes Messi's potential milestone discussions amid ongoing debates about his legacy with Barça.

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Xavi says Messi was excited to return to Barcelona in January 2023 after becoming world champion.
Xavi claims Laporta told Messi the club could not afford a wage war, blocking the deal.
Xavi accuses Laporta of not telling the truth about Messi’s potential return.
Laporta had previously said he was willing to fix things with Messi, but the deal never happened.
Messi ultimately joined Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving Barcelona.
The interview links Messi’s departure to Barcelona’s financial decisions rather than administrative issues.
Xavi’s remarks highlight the ongoing Messi-Barça transfer saga and leadership tensions.
Messi returned to public attention after joining Inter Miami, achieving MLS titles there.
The piece connects Messi, Iniesta, and Xavi as central to Barcelona’s golden era.
The report mentions Messi's 2021 departure from Barcelona as the club could not extend his contract.

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Messi’s planned Barcelona return in 2023 was reportedly prepared but blocked, according to Laporta.
Xavi says the president thwarted Messi’s move, claiming Messi ‘was signed’ and that the deal was ready in January 2023.
Laporta attributes the failed return to financial constraints and the pressures on Messi’s camp.
Xavi maintains the return was ready and rejected by the club’s leadership rather than financial issues alone.
Laporta responded to Xavi by defending his governance and shifting focus to Flick’s success.
The candidates’ debate timed with the Barcelona elections highlights competing visions for the club’s future.
Messi’s decision to stay with Inter Miami is cited as a factor in the ongoing negotiations.
The article notes Messi’s lack of public backing for candidates, despite his lasting influence at the club.
The piece emphasizes the influence of Messi on Barca elections, without Messi publicly endorsing a candidate.
The article frames the Messi saga as potentially reshaping Barcelona’s governance and long-term strategy.

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Xavi claims Barcelona president Laporta blocked Lionel Messi's return from Paris Saint-Germain.
Xavi states he was told Messi would return if he gave the OK, but the deal collapsed.
Xavi accuses Laporta of lying about the reasons Messi didn't return.
Xavi says Messi was prepared to join Barca after the World Cup win in 2022-23.
Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023 and helped win MLS Cup the following year.
Xavi says Laporta's actions caused a rift between Messi and the coach.
Xavi alleges the president warned of internal conflict if Messi returned.
Xavi emphasizes his own interest was in truth about inside the club.
The interview reiterates Barca's history of leadership disputes amid Messi's departure and potential return.

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Xavi claims Messi was ready to return to Barcelona in 2023, but Laporta blocked it.
Xavi says Messi's return would have given him power at the club, which Laporta opposed.
Laporta responded by saying the smear campaign is aimed at him using Xavi as part of the election process.
Laporta claims Xavi is being used by rival Victor Font in the presidential election.
The interview occurred ahead of Barcelona's presidential vote.
Laporta defended his record, saying he made difficult decisions as president.
Laporta disputes Messi’s return logistics, saying Messi would face pressure back home and prefer Miami.
Xavi emphasizes Barca's financial constraints affected decisions during his tenure.
The piece references a broader media mix and reaction surrounding the clash.
The interview and comments were released as part of a wider publication package from Daily Mail's sports section.

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