The Argentine did not feature in Barcelona's last game of the season and is yet to confirm whether he will stay or go this summer
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has restated his admiration for Lionel Messi, as speculation concerning a potential reunion for the pair at Etihad Stadium continues to mount.
The Barcelona star has long been tipped as a potential signing for Guardiola, who knows the Argentine well from their time together at Camp Nou.
Messi is still yet to confirm his future at Barca, although the club retains hope he will not leave this summer.