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Social media erupts after Lionel Messi hands in transfer request
An FC Barcelona supporter sporting a jersey with the acronym of "Greatest of all Time" and number 10 of Barcelona's Argentinian forward Lionel Messi, looks through the gate of the club's headquarters in Barcelona, on August 25, 2020, following the announcement of Messi's desire to leave the team.
Photo credit: Pau Barrena | AFP
What you need to know:
- The 33-year-old Argentine made his debut for the club 16 years ago and remains the Catalans' all time goalscorer with 634 goals.
- He is also second on the all-time list for appearances, only behind another retired club legend - Xavi Hernandez.
Lionel Messi on Tuesday informed Barcelona that he wants to "unilaterally" terminate his contract with the Spanish giants.
The 33-year-old Argentine made his debut for the club 16 years ago and remains the Catalans' all time goalscorer with 634 goals. He is also second on the all-time list for appearances, only behind another retired club legend - Xavi Hernandez.
