Malcom reveals Lionel Messi urged him to stay at Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Malcom, a former Barcelona player, disclosed that Lionel Messi asked him to remain with the club before his transfer to Zenit St. Petersburg in 2019. During an interview with Abu Dhabi Sports TV's 90 Minutes, Malcom recalled Messi's encouragement, stating, 'You’re a player with a very bright future.' Despite this, Malcom chose to move on, prioritizing playing time and development over staying at Barca.
- •Malcom played at Barcelona for one year after joining in 2018.
- •Messi expressed hope that Malcom would stay at the club before his 2019 transfer.
- •Malcom sought more playing time, leading to his move to Russia.
- •Malcom's interview aired on Abu Dhabi Sports TV.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Former Barcelona star admits Lionel Messi ‘asked me to stay’
"One-time Barcelona talent Malcom has this week revealed that Blaugrana icon Lionel Messi urged him to stay put with the club, prior to departing for Russia.Attacker Malcom for his part spent a solitar...
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