lionel messi says goodbye to luis suarez

"You deserved to say goodbye as what you are: one of the most important players in the history of the club, achieving important things both as a team and individually. And not to be fired as they did. But the truth is, at this point, nothing surprises me anymore," wrote on his Instagram account.

The '10' explained the sadness he felt when he entered the locker room today and didn't see Suarez: "How difficult it is going to be to not continue sharing the day-to-day with you, both on and off the field. We are going to miss you so much. Many years, many mate teas, meals, dinners... Many things that will never be forgotten, every day together."

And Messi confessed that "it's going to be strange" to see his friend "in another jersey" and even more to face him when Barça faces Atlético de Madrid.

"I wish you all the best in this new challenge. I love you very much, we love you very much. See you soon, my friend," says the Argentine superstar.