LIONEL MESSI ARRIVES IN BARCELONA CARRYING 15 LUGGAGE

Lionel Messi, the striker for Paris Saint-Germain, has arrived in Barcelona as speculation over his return to Camp Nou grows.

According to senior writer Gerard Romero, the Argentine superstar has arrived in Catalonia, lending credence to the rumours.

According to BarcaWorldwide on Twitter, the prominent journalist goes on to say that this is no ordinary visit for the World Cup-winning hero.

He claimed Messi was in Barcelona with his family and a large amount of luggage.

"This is not a regular visit for Messi in Barcelona as Pepe Costa [Messi's right- hand man] was carrying 15 suitcases. In view of his previous visits, Leo Messi went out through a different door at the airport this time in order not to be seen by anyone in Barcelona.

"Lionel Messi is closer than ever to returning to Barcelona. We have to stay vigilant in the coming days because there are moves that may happen."

Messi's contract at Princes des Parc will expire at the end of the current season, and talks about extending it are looking dismal, with Barcelona keen on getting their legend back for free.