Barcelona set to lose humongous revenue as Messi leaves the club – report

According to an estimate from Brand Finance, Messi’s departure will cost Barcelona heavily, not just on the pitch but even from an economic standpoint.

The Argentine’s departure from the club could cost the Catalan side close to 11% of its current value, i.e. up to 137 million Euros in lost revenue.

Brand Finance has gone a step further and calculated the division of the expected losses from different sectors.

The loss in business revenue owing directly to the club captain’s departure is estimated to be 77 million Euros. The impact on shirt sales and merchandising will be nothing less than a whopping 43 million Euros.

Moreover, a drastic fall in ticket sales is expected. Combined with the expected drop in results, a loss of 17 million Euros is expected.

The overall fall in revenue will see a colossal drop from the current brand value of 126 billion Euros to 125 billion.

Over the years, Lionel Messi has grown synonymous with Barcelona. His value at the club can never be described, for he generated more revenue than he demanded in wages.

It is understandable that there will be a drastic fall not just in shirt sales but also in ticket sales for the upcoming season. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner was a brand in himself, one that is now going to carry its value to Paris.

Ironically, Messi had to leave the club of his dreams owing to financial troubles, especially given that he was the most marketable player not just for the team but for La Liga.