Messi shares photo with his dog
A hip and groin inflammation has limited the amount of training Lionel Messi can do, and during this down-time his dog has kept him company by his side.
A gift from his wife Antonella, Messi has been seen with the companion on numerous occasions throughout the years.
The Argentine No. 10 is likely to miss the match against Deportivo Alaves on Saturday at the Camp Nou but should be back in time for the Champions League clash against Celtic on Tuesday.