VIDEO: Lionel Messi spotted back in Inter Miami training despite pulling out of latest Argentina squad

Lionel Messi was forced to pull out of the latest Argentina squad through injury, but he is back in light training at Inter Miami.

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• Picked up a knock against Nashville
• Being eased back to match fitness
• No risks being taken with all-time great

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is nursing a knock that forced him out of a CONCACAF Champions Cup clash with Nashville on March 14. He played no part in Inter Miami’s last MLS fixture, as Luis Suarez bagged a brace in a 3-1 win over D.C. United.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Messi had been due to link up with the reigning world champions on the back of that contest, but he withdrew from the Albiceleste squad and remains in Florida. In a boost for his domestic employers, the 36-year-old has been spotted back out on the training field.

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  DID YOU KNOW?

  It is highly unlikely that Messi will play any part in the Herons’ meeting with the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, with no risks being taken on his fitness. Any fears regarding a long-term absence are, however, being eased.