Recently, Lionel Messi visited the Camp Nou, provoking a wave of enthusiastic comments about a possible return to Barcelona, at least for a farewell match, which has filled the Cule fans with excitement.
For many, it was a gesture of love for the club that marked his career; for others, a veiled message to the board. The truth is that in Barcelona there is an atmosphere of homage, and now the idea is circulating strongly that one of the most emblematic stadiums in Spanish football could bear the name of the Argentine: Lionel Messi Stadium.
Barcelona could rename its stadium in honor of Messi
The information that has emerged in the Catalan press indicates that, in addition to the statue that the club is already evaluating, there is a current that is pushing for the possibility of renaming the stadium as “Spotify Camp Nou Leo Messi“.
The gesture would be an attempt to strengthen the relationship between Messi and the club’s current project. After a painful departure in 2021, this type of tribute is seen as a way to heal wounds and honour the most important player in its modern history.
Barcelona seeks a tribute in life for its greatest figure
Barcelona would not be a pioneer in this type of tribute. In the world of soccer, figures such as Pele, Diego Armando Maradona and Johan Cruyff have received similar recognition, from statues to stadiums and sports complexes named after them. In this sense, thinking of a “Camp Nou Leo Messi” does not seem like a far-fetched idea, but a natural evolution for a player who marked an era.
Since it is a members’ club, the decision would have to be put to a vote. However, Catalan media suggest that it would be difficult to imagine a scenario where the proposal does not go ahead.
In addition, there is also information circulating that Barcelona would put up a statue of the Argentine star, a tribute similar to the one made for players such as Cruyff and Kubala
Messi and his ‘Last Dance’ with Barcelona
Messi was never able to say goodbye in the way he wanted to the fans who watched him shine for almost 18 years, so today, in the final stretch of his career, rumors of a deserved tribute for the Argentine No.10 continue to spread.
The possible renaming of the Camp Nou, as well as the opportunity for a testimonial match, represents more than a symbolic gesture: it would be confirmation that Lionel Messi occupies a unique place in the history of FC Barcelona.
However, while there is talk about the tribute to Messi, the Argentine star continues to make his legacy even bigger, scoring goals and looking for titles in MLS. Inter Miami is among the four teams looking for the title.
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