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Could Barcelona join the Premier League? If Catalan independence happens famous club could choose where to compete, says sport minister

The thought of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Andres Iniesta turning out for Barcelona in the Premier League seems like a distant fantasy.

But remarkably, Catalunya's bid for independence could open a world of possibilities for the famous club.

And according to the region's sport minister, the Catalan teams would have the right to choose where they compete if independence from Spain becomes a reality.

The thought of seeing Lionel Messi play for Barcelona in the Premier League will excite fans
The thought of seeing Lionel Messi play for Barcelona in the Premier League will excite fans

'In the case of independence, Catalan teams in La Liga – Barcelona, Espanyol and Girona – will have to decide where they want to play: in the Spanish league or a neighbouring country like Italy, France or the Premier League,' said Gerard Figueras.