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JUST IN: Frenkie de Jong will undergo definitive tests on Friday to determine the full extent of his right knee injury.

Barcelona believe he has avoided an ACL tear, but ligament damage is suspected. His recovery could take between three and more than four months.

Joan Laporta: I'm really happy for Messi. He's a source of pride for La Masia.

Messi is the psat and the present of football.

Barça president Laporta: We sent a bid for Julián and Atlético will decide. This bid is a very good one but it’s NOT valid forever.

Flick and Deco want Julián but if Atlético do not accept, we will work on ALTERNATIVE options.

Atlético Madrid president Cerezo: Joan Laporta is a good friend and he already knows where Julián Alvarez is going to play next season.

Let me insist: Julián is our player and will be our player next season.

Messi performance at 39 years is more impressive than last world cup

Leo Messi: I know many Spanish players. Many of them play for Barça, the team I adore and still follow.