Lionel Messi was not present at Camp Nou during the farewell ceremony for midfielder Sergio Busquets. However, the 35-year-old provided a video that was broadcast to his team-mate and longtime friend.

Busquets will leave the Spanish club after his contract expires on June 30. Messi summarized in his video message what it felt like to play with the 34-year-old during those seasons with the Spanish side. Catalan.

Messi said in the video: “I’m so sorry I wasn’t present on this special occasion for you and your family. “It has been an honor to spend so many years with you, on and off the pitch. I love you so much.”

Two players have been contacted about the possibility of a reunion, as both are rumored to be targets of Al-Hilal and Inter Miami.