Lionel Messi has rejected the first contract offer tabled by Barcelona.
OKDiario says Barca offered Messi a new deal worth €30 million-a-year, plus another €5 million-a-year in bonuses. But the response has been negative.
Beyond the money on offer, Messi is also demanding a unique clause in his new contract.
The Argentine wants the power to VETO any new coaching appointment during the length of his deal. It's a demand that has unsettled the Barca boardroom, says Don Balon.
Messi is continuing to push Sevilla coach Jorge Sampaoli as a replacement for Luis Enrique.
The veto option isn't a deal breaker, but he is pushing for greater influence when it comes to the next coach.