Barcelona star Lionel Messi has assured fans he'll soon be back.

Messi is currently sidelined with a thigh injury.

"I am sorry not to be in the next games and not being able to play with my team," said the Argentine on Weibo.

"God willing, I'll be back soon. The recovery will be good and very fast."

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