Andres Iniesta recently departed Japanese outfit Vissel Kobe in the middle of the team’s season this summer after making just four J-League appearances in his sixth and final campaign for the club.
The World Cup winner during his farewell made clear his desire to continue his career elsewhere, hence ending speculations about a potential retirement for him.
Andres Iniesta left Japanese club Vissel Kobe after six years. Image: Hiroki Watanabe.
Source: AFP
Despite being 39, the former Barcelona man has seen speculations rise about a move to MLS side Inter Miami, being on the card for him. A move that would see him reunite with former Barcelona teammates: Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba and midfield partner Sergio Busquets.
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Iniesta’s camp has since come to clear the air on this transfer speculation.
Iniesta on his immediate future
During a press conference in May, Iniesta was quizzed about his future and was reported by The Mirror to have said:
“I have to tell you the truth, I don’t know.
I want to finish my career on the pitch playing, and this is what I’m hoping to do.”
This has been followed by recent reports from sources close to Iniesta. According to Spanish media outlet SPORT, a deal for the veteran midfielder is not on the table as things stand.
Though it appears a matter of time before Inter Miami chiefs send across their offer for the former Barcelona man.
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Barcelona honours Iniesta with friendly
Sports Brief previously reported Barcelona honoured Andres Iniesta with a farewell fixture after the midfielder announced he was departing Japanese club, Vissel Kobe.
There were suggestions that Iniesta could play a half for each side, but Sport reports Vissel Kobe are not too keen on the idea and the legend will simply play for the Japanese current side.
