Messi back in full training after groin injury

Russell Greaves

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Lionel Messi returned to full training with Barcelona on Wednesday, three weeks after suffering a groin injury.

Just six points out of 18 without Messi

The Argentina striker sustained the setback in last month's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

But Barca confirmed the 29-year-old was back in training at the Ciutat Esportiva, though the club stopped short of declaring him fit for competitive action.

Luis Enrique's side hosts Deportivo La Coruna in LaLiga on Saturday and also welcomed Samuel Umtiti back to training following a knee problem.

Russell Greaves