
A new contract for Lionel Messi that will see him stay at Barcelona until 2021 with an option of an extra year is imminent, according to Spanish media.
Messi has been in Barcelona for close to two decades and has won the Ballon d’Or five times. The deal will be signed by Messi when he gets back to the club for pre-season duties. His release clause has risen to about €300 million, Messi is currently the all time top scorer for both club and country.