#5 Financial Security Despite Barca’s Financial Crisis
Barcelona are in a financial crisis, with the club reportedly being under 500 million euros in debt. Messi is not oblivious of this situation but at the same time, the Argentine only has a few years left on his professional career. Add to that the fact that he is not really a public figure like Cristiano Ronaldo or Neymar, which leaves football as his main source of income.
He understands the situation but it is unlikely that he would agree with a pay cut. If Catalans can keep him on the same wages but pay over a longer period of time, that should be acceptable by the Argentine. Otherwise, he could just move to Paris Saint-Germain or Manchester City where they will keep him on very lucrative contracts. It might be tough for the club financially but Messi generates a lot of revenue for the club and once the stadiums are fully opened, they will be back on their feet in no time.
What do you think Barca need to do to convince the maestro?