Deco, the sporting director of FC Barcelona, confirmed that the idea of Lionel Messi returning to the team has never been discussed within the club, emphasizing that what is being circulated on this matter is nothing more than rumors.

Deco said: "This subject is complex and has been discussed extensively during the election campaign. Messi's name was used all the time. Messi is the best player in Barcelona's history, and perhaps in the history of football or among the best."

He added: "We wished that football could be eternal in every aspect, but there are things that come to an end; they have a beginning and an end, and speculating about this doesn't seem logical."

He continued: "Since I started my work at the club, this scenario has never been put on the table, and Messi's return has not been genuinely discussed."

He continued: "Neither Messi nor anyone from his circle has contacted us to say he wants to return or play again. Everything being circulated is just rumors and unrealistic."

He clarified: "He did not express this desire directly; he only spoke through a post on Instagram where he mentioned that he might return someday, but without any details or clear commitment."

Deco concluded his remarks by saying, "Talking about such matters with a player of Messi's caliber is not logical if there is nothing real or tangible."