Ernesto Valverde has confirmed that Lionel Messi will be assessed by Barcelona's medical staff after taking a knock in the 2-2 draw against Valencia, bringing his status for their midweek Copa del Rey clash against Real Madrid into question.
Barca trailed to first half goals from Kevin Gameiro and Daniel Parejo until Messi intervened.
The Barca talisman scored from the spot five minutes after Parejo doubled Valencia's advantage and then leveled the proceedings in the 64th minute to earn his side a point at Camp Nou.
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But Messi appeared to suffer with a thigh issue minutes after that second goal, receiving treatment on the touchline before returning to the action as Valencia held on.