Joan Laporta fires back at Victor Font for exploiting Lionel Messi legacy during heated Barcelona presidential election debate
Joan Laporta has accused presidential rival Victor Font of exploiting Lionel Messi’s name ahead of the March 15, 2026 FC Barcelona election. The debate intensified after Xavi Hernandez claimed Laporta stopped Messi’s possible return in 2023. Font promises to rebuild ties with Messi, while Laporta insists Barcelona should focus on its current project under Hansi Flick.
Joan Laporta has accused presidential rival Victor Font of exploiting Lionel Messi’s name ahead of the March 15, 2026 FC Barcelona election. The debate intensified after Xavi Hernandez claimed Laporta stopped Messi’s possible return in 2023. Font promises to rebuild ties with Messi, while Laporta insists Barcelona should focus on its current project under Hansi Flick.
