Messi in Barcelona is missing from Kiev

Ronald Koeman did not recruit Lionel Messi and Frenkie de Jong for their Champions League away game against Dynamo Kiev. Two players

In the 4th week of the UEFA Champions League, Lionel Messi and Frenkie de Jong were not included in the match squad with the decision of coach Ronald Koeman.

"We have decided not to take Messi and De Jong to Kiev. Our position in our group in the Champions League is very comfortable and these players need to be listened to. It is time for them to rest." He spoke in the form.

On the other hand, uncertainty continues about the situation of Gerard Pique, who was injured in Barcelona's weekend against Atletico Madrid and lost 1-0.

The Spanish press wrote that Pique, whose right knee anterior cruciate ligament was severed, could stay away from the pitches for 4 to 8 months.

Barcelona Club has not made an official statement as Pique's surgery has not been decided yet.

The Dutch coach, on the other hand, regarding Pique's situation, "We are talking from a very experienced stopper. That's why it's a very important missing. The first player is a very sad thing for the team, then the club and everyone. We have to accept this and look for a solution to the problem." found the assessment.

In Barcelona, ​​Ansu Fati, who had knee surgery, is expected to stay away from the fields for 4 months, and Samuel Umtiti, Ronald Araujo and Sergi Roberto, who suffered a long-term injury, for at least two more weeks.