Social media erupts amid reports Messi wants to leave Barcelona

The biggest story in football history is unfolding before our eyes.

Reports that Lionel Messi wants to leave Barcelona sent Twitter into overdrive Tuesday.

Carles Puyol, the former Barcelona captain, seemed to confirm Messi’s impending exit, writing in Spanish, “Respect and admiration, Leo. All my support, friend.” Luis Suarez, Messi’s friend and teammate, apparently approved of Puyol’s message.

Here are some of the best reactions to the unbelievable news: