Genetic scientists believe they could clone Lionel Messi in the future by using current scientific practices.
Messi has spent his entire senior career at Barcelona to date, and has risen to global stardom after bagging 591 goals in 674 appearances.
And with the 31-year-old's career now closing in on its final few years, questions have arisen as to whether the footballing world will ever see another player of Messi's quality again.
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However, scientists believe they could clone the Barcelona star to make another version of him in the future if they wish.