Argentina international Javier Mascherano has claimed that teammate Lionel Messi is the only player who is "bigger" than FC Barcelona.
The Albiceleste captain has been the poster boy for the Catalan giants for many years now, and has broken numerous records with the Blaugrana.
In an interview with the club's official magazine, Mascherano was asked about Messi's importance at the Camp Nou.
"He is indispensable. Leo is a unique player. We are talking about the best player in history, in this sport and of this club," the former Liverpool midfielder answered, as quoted by Sport English.
"There have been very important players in the last few years at Barcelona. Players who will stay in the history of the club. I think it's a big error to think that when you leave the club, the club will suffer.
"No, the club is bigger than any player, any other player, except for Leo. That's the reality and you have to accept it."
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The 29-year-old has made 566 appearances for the Catalan giants, scoring 488 goals.
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