Joan Laporta is optimistic that Lionel Messi will stay put in Barcelona.
The new president-elect returns to office after eleven years and is already focusing on finding a way to keep the Argentine at the club.
“Today, 20 years ago, a boy named Leo Messi made his debut with the Barcelona B infantry [U12-13] team ” The door he said after his victory. “Seeing the best player in the world come to vote with their son is an example of what we said.
“Leo loves Barcelona. This is the reflection. The best player in the world loves Barcelona.
“We hope this helps him stay in Barcelona. That’s what we want.”
The president spoke shortly after his victory was announced and had begun thanking all members of the club.
Laporta also thanked his campaign team and volunteers for their participation in their success, as well as thanking the media for their coverage of the election.