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Grandfather concerned over fitness of Barcelona star Messi

The grandfather of Lionel Messi is concerned over the Barcelona star's fitness.

Antonio Cuccitini is worried about the Argentina captain.

"I'm honest and I'm not one for all the hype. He looks a little weak. He doesn't run like he used to. He's electric in Spain; he leaves all 22 players feeling dizzy. He's not running now; I'm unconvinced," Cuccitini said.

"I see him vomiting and it scares me. I don't know what that is about. They say it's nerves, but I'm not so sure. They've looked at everything and found nothing. Lionel used to run a lot. It really worries me; I can't help it."

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