Morrissey has claimed that a 2025 reunion deal was on the table for the Smiths, but guitarist Johnny Marr did not acknowledge the offer. In a statement posted to his website, under the title “War Is Old, Art Is Young,” the singer said the following: “In June 2024 AEG Entertainment Group made a lucrative offer to both Morrissey and Marr to tour worldwide as ‘The Smiths’ throughout 2025. Morrissey said yes to the offer; Marr ignored the offer.” The statement continued by noting the two musicians’ current plans: “Morrissey undertakes a largely sold-out tour of the U.S.A. in November. Marr continu…