In case you didn’t know…
Messi is yet to play a competitive game for the Catalan giants this season after picking up a calf injury during pre-season training over the summer.
The Argentina international has, however, been named in the Blaugrana’s squad for the Champions League Group F opener with Borussia Dortmund at Signal Iduna Park.
The 32-year-old forward has missed all four of Barcelona’s La Liga fixtures and Ernesto Valverde has admitted that the player could not be ready in time for the European clash.
Despite Messi’s presence in the squad, it is believed that he will not be risked during the game and will likely start at the bench.
The heart of the matter
Reus has admitted that he is hopeful that Messi makes an appearance as Borussia Dortmund test themselves against the Spanish champions on the European stage.
Speaking to reporters, the Germany international said via AS,
What’s next?
Borussia Dortmund have transformed into one of the most exciting attacking teams in Europe under manager Lucien Favre and it remains to be seen how Barcelona will cope with the intimidating atmosphere at Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday night.
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