La Liga newcomers Elche have this week struck a deal for an altogether head-turning addition to the club’s midfield ranks.The player to have put pen to paper on terms with Los Franjiverdes?

Lionel Messi suffered an injury against Necaxa in the second round of League's Cup and missed the last game against Pumas.

After missing sessions due to a minor muscle injury, Messi has rejoined his teammates, signaling that his comeback could be imminent. This is the first time he has trained fully with the group since his early exit against Necaxa earlier this month,