PSG: Lionel Messi reveals he couldn't run for SIX WEEKS due to Covid and rushed back too soon
Daily MailLionel Messi has revealed he struggles with the after-effects of Covid-19 long after contracting the virus, and admitted he returned to action too soon. Lionel Messi revealed he suffered with the after-effects of Covid after he returned too soon However, Messi has since revealed that he continued to suffer with respiratory problems even after testing negative. The Argentine claimed he was unable to run for six weeks because his lungs were affected Despite sitting out the three fixtures, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner admitted he still returned too soon. The 34-year-old said that by pushing to return to training he actually worsened his health Back in January, Messi admitted to fans on Instagram that it was taking him longer than expected to make his return to the pitch.