It has actually happened. Lionel Messi has left Barcelona.
The club confirmed that the Argentina star will not sign a new contract to ensure he returns to Ronald Koeman's squad because they cannot afford to register him.
The 34-year-old was had agreed to sign a five-year deal with the Camp Nou outfit and take a 50 per cent pay cut, but the two parties have no choice but to go their separate ways after holding talks on Thursday.
What has been said?
The revelation has rocked social media, with many excited to see where the 34-year-old will continue his career.