In an exclusive interview in Miami, Argentine star Lionel Messi revealed how much he misses Barcelona, expressing his feelings of loss after leaving the Catalan club and the significance of his sports and personal memories there. Messi confirmed that he hopes to return to the city and keep up with the club's developments, especially after a recent brief visit to Camp Nou to take some photos.

Messi spoke about his feelings towards Barcelona: "I imagined that I would spend my entire life in Barcelona. We miss the city a lot, and my kids always talk about it, as does my wife. We have a home and everything here, but we hope to return to live there again. I look forward to going to the new stadium when it’s finished, because since I left Paris, I haven't been back to Camp Nou, and it will be strange and exciting to see it again."

Messi added about his memories in Barcelona: "I miss all those moments, and perhaps I appreciate them more now after all these years, compared to what was happening daily when I was playing and preparing for matches without being able to fully enjoy them. It was a period filled with emotions and significant events, and a great life experience."

Messi spoke about the hardest moments of his departure: "I didn't leave the club in the way I imagined or dreamed of, especially given the circumstances imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. After everything I experienced in Barcelona, my farewell felt a bit strange, but the love and longing from the fans will always remain."

Messi also reflected on his happiest moments with the club: "I have experienced many wonderful moments, the first six titles with Guardiola were exceptional, and the last Champions League with Luis Enrique as well. It was an experience full of personal and professional growth, and we will never forget it."

Messi continued about his communication with his former teammates: "As the years go by, new players and new dreams come along, but the love and passion of the fans never fades. There are important people who helped the club continue to grow, and their contributions will always be remembered."

Messi talked about his current experience in Miami: "We enjoy life here in a different way, more relaxed, without the constant pressure to win and compete as in Europe. We can attend training sessions and matches with our families and spend more time at home, which makes the football experience different and more enjoyable."

Messi mentioned his constant motivation: "My whole life since I was young, I have loved playing and competing. I love to win and always strive to give my best. The challenge hasn't changed, and we have reached a small club that is in the process of growing. Our goal is to be competitive for titles, and we are pursuing that step by step."

Messi concluded his remarks with a message to Barcelona fans: "I miss the club a lot, and I look forward to returning. I hope to visit the new stadium and relive those wonderful moments. I am always grateful for the love and support the fans have shown over the years, and I thank them from the bottom of my heart."