Lionel Messi’s Best Friend Sues Barcelona for Millions of Dollars in Unpaid Salary
- Lionel Messi's close friend, Sergio Aguero, has taken FC Barcelona to court over unpaid salaries
- Aguero only made five appearances for La Blaugrana before he was forced into an early retirement on medical grounds
- While Messi and Kun Aguero remain close allies, they never played together at Barcelona
Sergio Agüero has initiated legal proceedings against Barcelona, seeking €3 million ($3.2 million) in compensation for the termination of his contract.
Agüero, who joined Barça from Manchester City in 2021 on a two-year deal, had his stint at the club abruptly cut short after just five appearances due to health issues.
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The Argentine forward was diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia following a La Liga match against Alavés, which ultimately forced his early retirement from football on medical grounds.
Aguero sues Barcelona over unpaid salary
When Agüero retired, the separation between him and the Catalan giants seemed amicable.
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However, recent developments have revealed that the former City star has taken legal action, alleging that Barcelona owes him a significant sum as part of the compensation for terminating his contract.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the legal notice was confirmed in Barcelona's 2023-24 annual financial report, with Agüero claiming the €3 million he was entitled to upon his departure.
Barcelona's growing legal troubles
Goal reports that the case, which has now been brought before the courts, adds to Barcelona's growing list of legal troubles, which already includes issues like a lawsuit over the transfer of Ousmane Dembélé and other unpaid wages.
This legal dispute between Agüero and Barcelona underscores the complex contractual obligations players and clubs often navigate, especially when unforeseen circumstances like health issues arise.
The case continues to unfold, with Barcelona juggling several other legal challenges alongside their financial difficulties.
Meanwhile, Agüero’s legacy as a world-class striker remains untarnished despite this ongoing legal battle.
Aguero makes his 2024 Ballon d'Or pick
In an earlier publication, Legit.ng reported that former Manchester City and Argentina striker Sergio Aguero has made his pick for the 2024 Ballon d'Or award.
The list of 30 players was announced and the winner will be disclosed in October. Eight-time winner Messi and Ronaldo, the five-time winner, did not feature in the list.
The legendary Premier League striker picked Man City and Spain midfielder Rodri to win the 2024 award
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