Messi is now in Barcelona

According to 'Mundo Deportivo', Barcelona are expecting Leo Messi to return to training at the Joan Gamper Sports Complex on 31st July. However, this Friday he has arrived in the Catalan capital. 

The footballer has returned from holiday together with his family in a private jet and he is now resting in Barcelona before he begins pre-season training with the club. 

Leo Messi reached the semi-finals of the Copa America with Argentina before being controversially knocked out by a Brazil team who ended up becoming champions. 

While Barcelona are on their tour of Japan, Luis Suarez is working his socks off at the club's training complex. He has come back several days earlier than expected.