Goal understands that reports in Spain suggesting the Barcelona forward, who is expected to train on Wednesday, may be facing a more serious procedure are untrue
There are no plans for Lionel Messi to undergo surgery as a result of his kidney problems this season, Goal understands.
The Barcelona forward missed part of the Club World Cup in December due to renal colic and his club confirmed on Monday that he would be tested again this week.
Barca expect Messi to return to training on Wednesday, however, and a source close to the player has told Goal that reports in Spain claiming a more serious procedure may be required are untrue.
"Leo Messi will be submitted for different tests on Monday and Tuesday to assess the development of the kidney problems suffered in December," the Barcelona statement read.
"On Wednesday the player will return to training with the first team."
Messi has missed only one game since the turn of the year, with Barcelona winning 10 and drawing one of their 11 games in all competitions in 2016.
The European champions face Valencia in the second leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final on Wednesday and Messi could be rested as a result of their 7-0 aggregate lead.
- Goal