Messi agreed to extend the contract with Barcelona until 2021. It is possible that already 30-year-old Argentinian will finish his career in the Catalan club.

"I am very glad. It's good that the best player in the world is with us, "said Neimar..

"It would be difficult to imagine football without him".

In the next campaign, Barcelona will play under the guidance of a new coach - Ernesto Valverde, who previously worked with Athletic from Bilbao.

"We have a great coach. I liked what he said. The club can be satisfied with the appointment of Valverde ".

Barcelona will start the season bouts for the Super Cup of Spain against Real Madrid on August 12 and 15.