Lionel Messi ignores involvement in initial moments of games, Ernesto Valverde reveals why

Barcelona star Lionel Messi is kwn for t getting involved in initial minutes of any game that he plays. Although re have been numerous ories surrounding same, re were concrete points to settle debate. However, former Barcelona manr Ernesto Valverde has shed light on Lionel Messi's habit in early sts of games.

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Players must t think, but play: Ernesto Valverde

While speaking to Financial Times, former Barcelona manr Ernesto Valverde spoke on how club has been preparing for future. During this talk, he went on to elaborate on how every player of squ interprets play. He claimed that players must t think, but must play when on pitch. He, however, cited Lionel Messi as an exception.

Lionel Messi interprets play in initial minutes: Ernesto Valverde

Ernesto Valverde revealed that Barcelona captain Lionel Messi often tries to interpret opposition team in initial minutes of game. Rar than getting involved with ball, Messi observes opposition defenders by moving around m. six-time Ballon d'Or winner observes every minute detail, while also spotting weakness of opposition, said former Barcelona manr.

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Josep Bartomeu speaks on players who rejected Barcelona

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu also spoke on how players used to reject club because of intense competition within squ. likes of Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Xavi rose through acemy ranks, making it difficult for ors to establish mselves due to ir consistent performances. Josep Bartomeu mitted that he couldn't sign every player he wanted, claiming that many declined club at last moment fearing a lack of game time.

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Lionel Messi stats

Lionel Messi stats for Barcelona make for impressive reing this season. Barcelona captain has netted 24 goals for defending LaLiga champions. Ar 16 assists are included in Lionel Messi stats this season across all competitions. His side are currently leing in LaLiga with a two-point vant over second-placed Real Mrid. 

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