Messi isn't picked as Barcelona players are drug tested

FC Barcelona players Nelson Semedo, Denis Suárez, Rafinha, Malcom, Sergi Roberto and Thomas Vermaelen had to pass drug tests this Friday morning after a surprise visit by Spain's anti-doping unit. The visit came during the morning training session at the Ciudad Deportiva de Sant Joan Despí.

This time Lionel Messi, who has complained in the past about the amount of drug tests he is required to undergo, wasn't picked for testing. All of the players who started the match against Tottenham had a recovery session.

The rest of the squad were preparing for their next LaLiga match which is a tricky away tie at Valencia. Barcelona will be keen to replicate their fine form in Europe on the domestic stage.