The new coach will travel to Barcelona next week to meet the 29-year-old, who is open to being persuaded to reverse his decision to end his international career.
Lionel Messi is keen to hold talks with new Argentina coach Edgardo Bauza over his future with the national team, Goal Argentina understands.
The Barcelona star announced his retirement from international football following his country's defeat in the Copa America final by Chile in June.
The replacement of former boss Gerardo Martino by Bauza, however, has sparked speculation he could be convinced to reverse his decision ahead of the World Cup in 2018.