Lionel Messi Returns to Training

Lionel Messi has handed Barcelona a fitness boost ahead of the Nov. 21 Clasico against Real Madrid after returning to outdoor pitch training with running and ball work on Monday, according to reports. 

Following the impending international break, Barca will go into the Bernabeu clash three points ahead of Madrid at the top of La Liga, with Luis Enrique's side having hit form in recent weeks as Rafa Benitez's team have stumbled.