Messi’s heart still beats for Barcelona: Viral image ignites fan frenzy

Lionel Messi’s training bottle featuring Barcelona’s emblem shows the football legend’s enduring love for the Catalan

Lionel Messi may have left FC Barcelona three seasons ago, but his bond with the club remains strong. A viral image circulating on social media, as highlighted by Mundo Deportivo, shows Messi carrying a water bottle during training that features the emblems of both Barcelona and Argentina. Despite now playing for Inter Miami, the 37-year-old football icon continues to display his loyalty to the club where he made history.

Messi, widely regarded as Barcelona’s greatest player and arguably the best to ever grace the sport, has maintained his love for the club even after his departure. His exit, which was seen as unceremonious by many, left a lasting impact on fans, but Messi’s connection to Barça is evident.

FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta has hinted at potential dates for a formal farewell for Messi, which many believe is long overdue. While Messi has been sidelined with an injury since the Copa America 2024 final, he remains a crucial figure for both his national team and his current club, Inter Miami.

As Messi adapts his playing style with age, his playmaking skills continue to shine, showing that his magic on the field is far from over.