In 2015, Barcelona looked unstoppable. An unshakeable brand of football had just defeated a gritty Juventus in the Champions League final and Barca had arguably the greatest frontline of all time. The present was glorious; the future looked bright.

Barcelona head coach Ronald Koeman has said it is ‘impossible’ for Barcelona to play without Lionel Messi after what might have been the star’s final match at Camp Nou.

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