The Albiceleste captain announced he has reversed his decision to step down from international football, following a conversation with new coach Edgardo Bauza.
Lionel Messi has confirmed in a statement his intention to return to the Argentina national team.
The Barcelona star made the decision to retire from international football after another heartbreaking loss in the final of the 2016 Copa America.
Having spoken with new Albiceleste boss Edgardo Bauza, Messi has now made the decision to represent his country once again.
"I see there are lots of problems in Argentine football and I do not want to create another," he explained through a statement released on Friday.