Lionel Messi has shut down speculation linking his eldest son, Thiago, with a return to Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy. Reports on social media had claimed Thiago could be set for a return to Barcelona, where he previously spent time in the club’s youth system. However, when approached by journalist Bruno Vain over the speculation, Messi swiftly ended the rumours. Speculation surrounding Thiago’s future intensified because of his previous ties with Barcelona. For now, however, Thiago’s immediate future remains with Inter Miami, where he continues his football education in the Major League Soccer club’s academy.