Lionel Messi has been named as the new captain of Barcelona following Andres Iniesta's departure from Camp Nou.
The Argentina internationa, who already wears the armband for his country, takes over from Iniesta following his move to Vissel Kobe at the end of the 2017-18 campaign.
Messi has skippered the Blaugrana on numerous occasions before having been the official vice-captain since 2015 but will now lead the Liga champions out on a permanent basis.
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feciklnstu
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I knew this will happen long time back when I see THE KING MESSI playing for BARCA first time....His leadership, humanity, care for team mates and dedication deserved everything.....Specially the heart of all football fans.....love messi ...keep growing......
Veeduu
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congrates man..1 more responsibility now. best of luck
shivansh722
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This pic say everything
FCBARCELONA_MESSI10
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This Pic
Albania1912
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I knew this will happend. From a Legande to a Legande.
Hridoy_MUN_GER_BAR
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you deserved that armbelt