LIONEL MESSI: FINALLY BACK NEXT SATURDAY?

Lionel Messi, the Argentinian striker of FC Barcelona, is set to make his return to competition against Atletico Madrid on the coming Saturday, as announced by his coach Gerardo Martino. Messi, who has been recovering from a left thigh injury sustained in mid-November, expressed his desire for an injury-free 2014. His return is eagerly anticipated, and the question looms over whether Messi can make 2014 his year, potentially securing the missing World Cup title with Argentina and contending for his fifth Ballon d’Or, although competition from players like Cristiano Ronaldo remains formidable. Rumors of a potential golden transfer, with PSG allegedly willing to offer 250 million euros, have also sparked speculation about Messi’s future beyond Barcelona.