Lionel Messi has become a free agent after the Barcelona star’s contract expired at the end of June.
Although Barcelona were hopeful of signing Messi to a renewal before the June 30 deadline, the 34-year-old is now officially unattached.
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Barcelona still believe that Messi will eventually sign a new deal, but his status as a free agent will generate concern among the club’s fans and management.
