Lionel Messi
Barcelona ace - Lionel Messi has returned to action for the Spanish giants ahead of the clash with Getafe on Wednesday.
The Argentine four-time World Player of the Year has not featured for the Spanish champions since straining a thigh muscle on November 10, the latest in a series of muscle injuries that plagued him throughout 2013.
And the club confirmed that Messi has been given the all-clear by medical staff as he has been included in the squad for Wednesday's King's Cup last 16, first leg at home to Getafe.
His return will give Barca a lift as they prepare for Saturday's La Liga clash at second placed Atletico Madrid - who are level with Barca at the top on 49 points from 18 matches.