LIONEL MESSI

22-year-old impressed while covering Andres Iniesta in the middle of the park.

Ten Premier League players have made the 23-man shortlist.

Former Arsenal captain is now Pep Guardiola's assistant at the Etihad Stadium.

Former Barcelona star has been accused of attempting to avoid paying a total of €983,443.

El Periodico reveals details of investigation over image rights payments.

Reports in Spain claim an unnamed player insulted the Barcelona forward after the game.

Guardiola recently dropped Aguero for Champions League tie against the Spaniards.

Antoine Griezmann and Gareth Bale would both be worthier recipients of award.

Ronaldo has previously won the coveted award three times.

Messi is preparing to face Guardiola's Manchester City in the Champions League.

Catalans host Granada on Saturday before their Champions League trip to Manchester City.

The Spain international will be sidelined for 8 weeks after suffering a knee injury.

Frenchman named Best Player in La Liga of 2015-2016 season.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Sergio Aguero, Kevin De Bruyne, Dimitri Payet and Hugo Lloris also on 30-man shortlist.

Luis Enrique has given a break to some of his key players following victory over Valencia.

Sanches moved to Bayern Munich after a stunning season with Benfica.

Iniesta, 32, is set to miss Barcelona's next seven fixtures.

Spain internationals limped off in the first half of Barcelona's 4-0 win over Manchester City.

Pep Guardiola's Manchester City is without a win in their last four matches.

Jasper Cillessen only noticeable absentee due to injury.

Sergi Roberto and Jordi Alba are ready to return to action after missing win over Deportivo la Coruna.