Before the Messi legend was born, Barcelona did not have a presence in the league. Real Madrid were dominating the league alone. Now, if Barcelona can't make up for Messi's absence, we will go back to the old days. I want to remind you. This year Real Madrid finished the league 13 points ahead of their closest rivals. They won a championship very easily.
I don't agree with saying that before Messi came Real Madrid dominated the league. Yes, it may be true that from year to year Real Madrid has always been a candidate in the list of champions, but it is not that easy for them to take it. Even the nickname El Clasico was born long before we knew Messina, it shows that Barcelona has always been a scary team.
In terms of collecting La Liga trophies, Real Madrid is superior to Barcelona. As long as Messi is still active as a Barcelona player, Real Madrid's dominance has slightly decreased in the race for the La Liga title. But Barcelona is not only about Messi, there are many other players who are Barcelona's mainstay. As long as it was strengthened by Messi, who was Barcelona's golden era, the number of Barcelona Trophy acquisitions was more than Real Madrid. Since the last 10 years, Barcelona has won 5 La Liga trophies, while Real Madrid has only won 3 trophies, including the trophies won this season.
Barcelona's performance in the last 3 seasons is very weak. Barcelona's performance has deteriorated since Koeman became Barcelona's coach. Although Xavi has been able to stabilize the team, he has not yet been able to form a completely strong team. Barcelona need more experienced players in defense. At the same time now Barcelona needs experienced striker. If Lewandowski joins Barcelona, I think Barcelona will be stronger. Next season, the title fight between Barcelona and Real Madrid will intensify.