'I'm tired of being everyone's problem' at Barcelona - Messi

After emerging the centre of Barcelona's current woes, Lionel Messi has opened up by saying he is 'tired of becoming everyone's problem'.

Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during a match between Peru and Argentina as part of South American Qualifiers for World Cup FIFA Qatar 2022 at Estadio Nacional de Lima, Lima, Peru. Photo: Ernesto Benavides - Pool/Getty Images

According to PMNews, Messi and Barcelona have witnessed both on-field and off-field problems for a while now, often being the toast of the media’s sensational stories.

The relationship between both parties have been rather frosty, owing to contract talks and club performances.

The Blaugrana endured a disappointing 2019-20 season, finishing the campaign empty-handed.

The serial winner also cut a frustrated figure regarding a move away from the club in the last transfer window, and has also recently been blamed for the dwindling form of another Barca superstar in Antoine Griezmann.

Lionel Messi of Argentina fights for the ball with Pedro Aquino of Peru during a match between Peru and Argentina as part of South American Qualifiers for World Cup FIFA Qatar 2022. Photo: Sebastian Castaneda-Pool/Getty Images

The Argentine captain, upon returning from the international break, aired out his frustration to reporters waiting for him at the airport and even revealed having an encounter with the tax authorities.

“I’m tired of always being everyone’s problem at the club,” the 33-year-old announced. “I get here after a 15-hour flight and I find a tax agent here, it’s ridiculous.”

Messi will have a bigger concern though, as his failing Barca side face the high-flying Atletico Madrid on Sunday’s La Liga edition.