Lionel Messi returned to Barcelona's training on Monday following his post-Copa America holiday, but the Argentine didn't last long. He suffered a calf injury in his right leg and this means he will not be travelling with the rest of their squad on Monday afternoon as they embark on a mini tour of the USA. Barcelona released an official statement to about Messi's injury.
"Messi, who had returned from his summer break for training on Monday, withdrew from the session due to discomfort in his right leg," a Barcelona statement read. "Tests carried out have diagnosed a Grade One calf strain for the Argentine. "Messi will remain in Barcelona and will now not travel to the USA for the club's tour.
"His availability to come back to action will be dictated by his recovery from the injury."
The injury will keep the 32-year-old out of Barcelona's US tour and he is also doubtful for La Liga's season opener against Athletic Bilbao. He posted a message on his official Instagram page as he reflect on the issue and also thank the fans for their support.
"I was keen to get started, but sadly I had a setback in the first training session and it'll keep me out for a little while," Messi wrote on Instagram. "I thank you for all your messages of support. "I wanted to be with the team and with those who'll be following us in the USA, but it isn't to be this time.
"We'll see each other soon and I send a hug to all."

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