Enrique ignoring Messi gossip

Luis Enrique is paying no heed to speculation Lionel Messi may not be totally happy at Barcelona, insisting he hears the opposite is the case.

Comments have been attributed to Messi and his father that suggested the Argentina captain could one day look to leave Camp Nou.

Speaking at a Press conference to preview Barca’s game against Sevilla, Enrique discussed the Messi situation.

“I’ve always heard it said that Leo is happy at Barca,” Enrique said, AS reports.

“I don’t appreciate the speculation. I believe he’ll stay at Barca and is proud to be at Barca. I want to focus on all the players to get the maximum performance from them and improve aspects of their game.

“What interests me is that Messi has said he is happy here.

“There’ll be no Messi-case. The fans will support the team as always in difficult times. We’ve had two wins and we want to make it three to maintain this momentum.

“The Camp Nou crowd know perfectly the condition of the team.”

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