Lionel Messi teases Barcelona return, AC Milan want Robert Lewandowski, Zinedine Zidane could become France manager - Euro Transfer News

"Last night I returned to a place I have missed with all my soul," he wrote.
"A place where I was extraordinarily happy, where a thousand times you made me feel like the happiest person in the world. I hope one day I can come back, and not just to say goodbye as a player, as I never got to."
Messi made a tearful departure from Barcelona in 2021, leaving for Paris Saint-Germain and then joining Inter Miami.
He returned to Barcelona this week ahead of linking up with the Argentina squad to train in Alicante.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta had previously suggested that he would welcome Messi back for a tribute at the new Camp Nou.
It has been reported that Messi might look for a short loan spell during the MLS off-season to help him stay in shape ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Milan target Lewandowski
AC Milan have set their sights on signing Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski next summer, according to Tuttosport.
Lewandowski, 37, will become a free agent when his current deal with Barca expires in 2026.

He reportedly wants to stay in Europe and Milan are in the market for a striker.
They have had success in the past signing veteran centre-forwards such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Mario Mandzukic, and Olivier Giroud.

Zidane teases return to management
Zinedine Zidane could be set for a return to management in the near future.
The France legend has been out of work since leaving Real Madrid in 2021.
He has been linked with the France job as Didier Deschamps is set to leave after the 2026 World Cup.
Speaking at a charity event in Toulon, Zidane said about a return to coaching: "It will happen soon. Very soon."
Zidane had previously expressed his desire to lead the French national team.

Guler plans Real Madrid stay
Turkey international Arda Guler reportedly has no intentions of leaving Real Madrid to move to the Premier League.
The 20-year-old has impressed for Xabi Alonso's side, winning the club's Player of the Month award for October.
Arsenal and Newcastle have been linked with Guler but Turkish Football report that he intends to continue developing at the Bernabeu.
Madrid also reportedly have no desire to sell the youngster, who is under contract until 2029.