Analaysing Lionel Messi’s Chances Of Success With The World’s Elite, As Barcelona Exit Edges Closer, And Chelsea Circle

2) Bayern Munich

Would It Happen: Munich have the lure of Pep Guardiola, undoubtedly Messi’s favourite Barcelona boss. The pair created history together in Spain, and would no doubt love the opportunity to do so again in Germany, as Guardiola seeks yet more major success. If Munich can come up with the cash, make them the favourites.

How They’d Line-Up (3-5-2): Neuer, Boateng, Badstuber, Benatia, Alonso, Martinez, Robben, Messi, Ribery, Muller, Lewandowski

Chances Of Bid Success (if he’s available): 8/10