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Ernesto Valverde says ‘anything is possible’ with Lionel Messi

Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde says ‘anything is possible’ for his club with Lionel Messi on the pitch.

Messi bagged a hat-trick against Celta Vigo on Saturday to return the champions to winning ways and send them back to the top of the table.

Valverde has come under pressure after some poor performances this season but is well aware his team may still end up having a successful season because of their captain.

“With Leo, anything is possible,” he said. ”[Taking freekicks] is something that he’s mastered to perfection.

”Because of this, the opponent can’t commit fouls on the edge of their own box.