Barcelona sensation Lionel Messi is flattered by Inter Milan's interest in him, but insists he has no intentions of leaving Catalonia in the near future. Inter patron Massimo Moratti revealed his admiration to the Argentine's talents, and is believed to be among several interested parties. "I have Barcelona in my heart and I expect to stay here for a long time, that is my decision for the moment," Messi told Radio del Plata. "I am very thankful to the people of Inter because they have been interested in me and I am very thankful to the president Massimo Moratti for the very nice words that he said about me. "I am very proud that such an important person said very nice things about me." The 20-year-old wizard has been nominated for the 2007 FIFA Player of the Year award, vying with Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo and AC Milan's Kaka.