Barcelona must avoid rushing the process of turning Pedri into Lionel Messi’s successor, says Rivaldo, with an exciting 18-year-old needing patience to be shown in his ongoing development.
Those at Camp Nou are aware that an iconic figure may be approaching the end of his career-long association with the club.
Messi is yet to commit to a new contract in Catalunya and will see his current deal expire in the summer, allowing him to drop into the free agent pool.
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Having previously pushed for a move elsewhere in 2020, it could be that his options are explored again 12 months on.