Former Brazil striker Ronaldo has said that the chances of Argentine forward Lionel Messi leaving Barcelona are very less looking at the financial crisis in Europe. His remarks come as severe speculation is doing the rounds about Messi's future with Barcelona

"It is very unlikely that Messi will leave Barcelona, especially with the financial crisis in Europe. Messi is the reference of the team and if I was Barcelona I would not let him leave in any case," Goal.com quoted Ronaldo as saying.