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'Of course I would like to play for Newell's' - Messi admits he could return to Argentina

Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has admitted he could return to boyhood club Newell's Old Boys one day, as he begins to approach the twilight years of his illustrious career.

The 31-year-old has spent his entire senior career at the Camp Nou, having been signed by the club as a youth player in his early teens.

Barca scouts recognised his unique talent while he was on the books of Argentine giants Newell's and he has since fulfilled his potential by becoming one of the greatest players in the history of the game.

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Messi has won 30 major trophies over the course of his 15 years at the club - including nine La Liga titles and four Champions League crowns - along with a whole host of individual awards.