Ronald Koeman may axe one of Lionel Messi's greatest friends putting in doubt his continuity

It started with Arturo Vidal and then Ivan Rakitic, it was ok. When Koeman left out of the squad Luis Suárez fans started to criticize him because he was giving Messi reasons to leave. Now, he is pushing away another key player. Would this affect the decision of the Argentinian?

The truth is that Barcelona is considering on leave Sergio Busquets out of the team. One of the best players of the club these last times. When Xavi and Andres Iniesta left, the role of playmaker relies on Messi and the only Spanish midfielder remaining. Now that he is leaving, will Messi leave too?

The main reason about this decision is Sergio’s physical form. It was shown that he is not as quick as he was before and he was forced to leave the pitch in the international match against Switzerland. What does this mean? He will possibly lose the duel against Atletico and maybe, that is the end.

If this happen, Koeman will officially need an incorporation. He can replace Busquets with Frenkie De Jong and play with Coutinho, Pjanic and set another midfielder, but the attitude of the Spanish captain cannot be replaced easily. They need a new player with personality.