Koeman is concerned about Messi’s contract situation: he’s the best in the world, it’s important he stays

Lionel Messi is on a roll with Argentina at the Copa América, taking his national team to the final. However, in the meantime, his contract with Barcelona has expired and it remains to be seen what will happen next. The coach of the Catalan team, Ronald Koeman, has expressed his concern about this situation.

Barcelona is currently in big trouble. Not only can’t afford Lionel Messi’s contract at the moment, but due to finances they can’t even register new signings Sergio Agüero and Memphis Depay.

Thus, the Catalan giant is working on selling several players and it is not at all certain and clear in which composition Barcelona will start the preparation for the new season.

Even coach Ronald Koeman expressed some concern: “When everything is not settled, it is impossible not to be worried. But I have confidence in the club president.”

“Messi is the best player in the world, it is important for the club and the league that he stays here. President Laporta told me to be calm and that he is working on the matter. We believe Leo will stay with us for a few more years,” Koeman continued.

Koeman then let it be known that it is important to know what players he can count on. However, it is questionable how long before there will be clarity on Barcelona’s squad.

At least Messi, however, has other concerns right now than his contract with Barcelona. He has absolutely dominated the Copa América tournament with his performances, being the top scorer and passer of the entire championship, and he has taken Argentina all the way to the final.

In the final, Messi’s Argentina will take on hosts Brazil at the legendary Maracana Stadium.

Source: Goal