Won't play in season finale Messi received permission to leave Barcelona and skip Saturday's trip to Eibar in order to prepare for the Copa America. Impact In a similar situation to Pedri but also one that has generated a lot more rumors, Messi finishes his league season early to focus on what will come next. With 30 goals scored and one game left to play, Messi will still end up with the "Pichici" prize as the league's top goalscorer and with nine assists - both signs of how heavily the attack rested on his shoulders all year long. As if it wasn't already dating back to last August, news on Messi's playing location next season will surely be headline news throughout the summer.
MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE