Lionel Messi has failed to report for coronavirus testing at Barcelona’s training complex as he continues to agitate for a move away.
Messi will now miss new coach Ronald Koeman’s first training session on Monday.
The 33 years old Argentina international had already signalled his intention to leave the club via a fax message sent to the Barcelona’s board.
Messi wants to exercise a clause in his contract allowing him to leave for free.
Barcelona, however, do not want to negotiate releasing the player for free. They want his €700 million release clause to be paid in full by any potential buyer if they are to let him go.
