Lionel Messi's ultimate XI named. Chelsea star included

Barcelona star Lionel Messi is one of the greatest players in football history. Messi has played alongside a host of exceptional players. But who did he play with on most occasions? And what would a team of those players look like?

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Here's Messi's ultimate teammates' XI. Goalkeeper: Victor Valdes Appearances alongside Messi: 353 Right-back: Dani Alves Appearances alongside Messi: 349 Centre-back: Gerard Pique Appearances alongside Messi: 471 Centre-back: Javier Mascherano Appearances alongside Messi: 413 Left-back: Jordi Alba Appearances alongside Messi: 289 Defensive midfield: Sergio Busquets Appearances alongside Messi: 512 Midfield: Xavi Appearances alongside Messi: 399 Midfield: Andres Iniesta Appearances alongside Messi: 489 Forward: Pedro Appearances alongside Messi: 270 Forward: Luis Suarez Appearances alongside Messi: 245 Forward: Neymar Appearances alongside Messi: 161 Subs: Ter Stegen (200), Puyol (269), Adriano (161), Abidal (159), Sergi Roberto (214), Rakitic (266), Keita (161) Source: The Mirror

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