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Barcelona coach Valverde: Messi now in top shape

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde says Leo Messi has no fitness concerns.

The Argentine has been playing under an injury cloud in recent weeks.

“Leo is very good. Today he trained perfectly and he's at the top of his powers for what's ahead," said the coach.

Samuel Umtiti was another player he was asked about.

“Umtiti's situation is different to that of Messi. It's possible that Sam could accompany us soon, but I wouldn't know to say whether that will be Saturday, or Tuesday, we have to look at a lot of things. His rhythm with the other players…"

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