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Victor Font Promises Messi a Camp Nou Comeback

11/20/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Victor Font pledges to call Lionel Messi if elected Barcelona president in 2026 to offer him a path back to Camp Nou.
Font, who lost to Joan Laporta in 2021, says Messi's return would be his responsibility and should not be exploited for politics.
He notes Messi's decision hinges on Font and, as a Barca fan, says he gets goosebumps about Messi's potential return.

History

Historical Context

FC Barcelona's triumph in the 2006 UEFA Champions League, under coach Frank Rijkaard, marked a resurgence after years of decline. This victory, highlighted by a comeback against Arsenal, solidified the club's status as a football powerhouse. The emergence of Lionel Messi during this period laid the foundation for Barcelona's future successes and continues to influence the club's identity and ambitions today.

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Story summary

Victor Font pledges to call Lionel Messi if elected Barcelona president in 2026 to offer him a path back to Camp Nou.
Font, who lost to Joan Laporta in 2021, says Messi's return would be his responsibility and should not be exploited for politics.
He notes Messi's decision hinges on Font and, as a Barca fan, says he gets goosebumps about Messi's potential return.

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