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FC Barcelona News: 9 February 2016; Lionel Messi Undergoes Kidney Tests, Two Kickoff Times Announced

Leo Messi to return to the group on Wednesday | FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona striker Lionel Messi will undergo several tests on Monday and Tuesday to assess the evolution of the kidney problems he suffered last December. Messi will return to his normal duties with the first team on Wednesday.

Source: No plans for Lionel Messi to undergo kidney surgery - Goal.com
There are no plans for Lionel Messi to undergo surgery as a result of his kidney problems this season, sources tell Goal. The Barcelona forward missed part of the Club World Cup in December due to renal colic and his club confirmed on Monday that he would be tested again this week.