Barcelona: Koeman hopes Messi stays for 'many more years'
Lionel Messi will not be training with Barcelona until he signs a new contract at the Spanish club, according to reports. The Argentine has been a free agent since July 1 but is still likely sign a new deal at the Catalan giants.
Messi won the Copa America with Argentina this summer (Image: GETTY)
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Messi had suffered defeats for his country in previous Copa America finals and in the 2014 World Cup final when Argentina lost to Germany.
Despite representing his country over many years, the forward's achievements are more recognisable in the club game where he has broken countless records.
At Barcelona, Messi has won a record six Ballon d'Ors and has played a record 767 games for his club.
He is also their all-time leading goal scorer with a staggering 672 goals since making his senior debut aged 17 in October 2004.