Barcelona star Lionel Messi could be on his way to Man City’s Etihad as early as March
Pep Guardiola's Premier League leaders have been linked several times with an audacious swoop to bring Argentine to England
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LIONEL MESSI could be on his way to the Etihad Stadium as early as March.
Manchester City have been linked with a sensational move for the Barcelona star on several occasions.
Pep Guardiola would love nothing more than to have the legendary South American back under his charge after the duo enjoyed stunning success together at the Nou Camp.
And the Spanish boss could be about to have an emotional reunion with the 30-year-old in the North West in just two months.
However, there will be no transfer dealings involved.
Argentina captain Messi is set to play for his country at City's home after the stadium was confirmed as the venue for their international friendly with Italy.
The showdown will act as a warm-up for the La Albiceleste before next summer's World Cup.
The fixture could also see Manchester United duo Marcos Rojo and Sergio Romero step onto the turf at the home of their bitter rivals to face the Azzurri.
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It will be the first time that Italy will have played since suffering their humiliating World Cup exit at the hands of Sweden.
The Scandinavians overcame the four-time winners as Italy missed out on qualifying for the showpiece for the first time since 1958.
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And that means a host of their stars such as Gianluigi Buffon, Daniele De Rossi, Andrea Barzagli and Giorgio Chiellini will not be available after announcing their international retirement.
The last international match to be held at the Etihad was England's 2-1 victory over Turkey in 2016.
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