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Gerard Pique addresses possibility of Lionel Messi playing in Kings League after Neymar reveals enquiry from ex-Barcelona team-mate | Goal.com UK
- Pique addressed the possibility of Messi joining the Kings League in the future, keeping the door open but not promising a move now.
- Neymar said Messi had shown interest in playing in the Kings League, possibly in the semi-finals or final.
- The Kings League, founded by Pique, has grown its audience and aims to attract more global stars.
- Pique suggested Messi could join after retirement, highlighting the aim to attract legends to the Kings League.
- Other former stars, including Sergio Aguero and Ronaldinho, have already participated or been linked with the Kings League.
- Neymar claimed Messi reached out to him about joining, indicating ongoing dialogue around Messi’s future participation.
- Pique emphasized the Kings League aims to blend traditional football with a video game-like appeal to broaden its appeal.
- Neymar indicated Messi’s interest stems from his curiosity about the competition and its World Cup of Nations context.
- Pique reiterated the Kings League’s intention to attract the world’s greatest players once schedules permit.
- The article underscores Messi’s current MLS status and contract, highlighting timing for potential future involvement.
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