Xavi reveals why Lionel Messi never returned to Barcelona after 2022 World Cup

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• – Xavi explains that Lionel Messi's return to Barcelona was blocked due to a clause in his contract allowing him to leave for free. The clause was triggered by his friend and former Barcelona player, Gerard Pique, leaving the club, and Laporta's decision to block the move was made out of loyalty to Pique. The deal was ultimately rejected by the club's board of directors.