Florentino Perez is holding Barcelona hostage, says La Liga president

Lionel Messi left Barcelona and La Liga. Cristiano Ronaldo left Spanish football three years ago. The appeal has been cut in half. At least. Also, money is scarce.

And the one who has to deal with the situation the most is the president of the competition - Javier Tebas - and his perception of the current situation is quite interesting.

As he reflected on the Catalan club's recent decisions, Tebas has stated that Barcelona are being held hostage by Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.

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Tebas has said that Barcelona were ready to sign up for La Liga's CVC deal, but changed their mind when Perez told them to.

"Florentino Perez is holding Barcelona hostage," Tebas said in the interview with Sport.

"Barcelona were in agreement with the CVC deal for around a month, until Real Madrid said no.

"There is an inferiority complex in the club with Florentino Perez."

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During the interview, Tebas also spoke about Lionel Messi's departure from Camp Nou.

"I know for certain that his departure wasn't for economic reasons and that it could have been avoided," the La Liga president said.

"Perhaps Messi's exit has been the hardest for me because I think he is the best in history.

"He didn't deserve to leave like this, not only leaving Barcelona but also LaLiga."