According to Diario sport, The Argentine will not meet with any candidates, will not vote, and will avoid publicly endorsing anyone, despite his strained relationship with Joan Laporta and Victor Font’s interest in contacting him. Reported by Yahoo Sports, the Barcelona election process officially began following Laporta’s resignation, with the incumbent seeking re-election against Font. The vote is expected to shape the club’s future, making the role of former players a major talking point.

This marks a departure from previous elections in which Messi was actively involved. The decision is largely due to his commitments in the United States as an Inter Miami player, though he could take part in a future Barcelona election.