Throughout his professional career at FC Barcelona, Lionel Messi established himself as a true legend of world soccer. He shared the pitch with numerous players who evolved into legends themselves, such as Andres Iniesta, Xavi Hernandez, and Thierry Henry. Yet, he also played alongside some unique players. One of these players is a World Cup champion, but he has not played since January 2024 and continues to be a free agent.

Since joining FC Barcelona in 2016, Samuel Umtiti quickly established himself as one of the world’s most dominant center backs. Renowned not only for his physical power, he also showcased a remarkable touch on the ball, swiftly becoming a fan favorite in Lionel Messi’s team. However, the trajectory of his career took a drastic turn in 2018 due to a severe knee injury.

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