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Q: Why did Messi have to leave Barcelona?

Messi had to leave Barcelona due to the club's financial problems, despite promises from President Joan Laporta to keep him in the team. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Barcelona lost a significant portion of its income and found itself in a difficult financial situation. When Messi's contract expired, the club was unable to offer him a new one that would meet his requirements and not violate FFP rules. As a result, Messi transferred to PSG in the summer of 2021.

Q: What year did Puyol leave Barcelona?

Carles Puyol left Barcelona on May 15, 2014, when he officially announced his retirement from football. He comes from the club's youth academy and spent his entire career in a Barça jersey, becoming one of the most legendary players in its history.

Q: Why did Guardiola leave Barca?

Pep Guardiola managed Barcelona from 2008 to 2012. He left the club because he was feeling tired and needed a break from coaching. Guardiola also mentioned that it was challenging for him to work under constant pressure. After taking a year off, Guardiola returned to being a manager and joined Bayern Munich in July 2013.

Q: When did Neymar leave Barcelona?

Neymar left Barcelona in August 2017 when he joined PSG for a then-record transfer fee of €222 million. One of the main reasons for his departure was reportedly due to being in Messi 's shadow.

Q: What is Barcelona's best ever XI?

FC Barcelona 's all-time best starting XI, according to OneFootball, includes the following players: Andoni Zubizarreta , Dani Alves , Carles Puyol , Ronald Koeman , Sigfrid Gràcia, Sergio Busquets , Xavi , Johan Cruyff , Ronaldinho , Lionel Messi , and Ladislao Kubala .

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