Players who can step into in absentia Lionel Messi's shoes at Barcelona

2. Cesc Fabregas :

VIGO, SPAIN – OCTOBER 29: Cesc Fabregas of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring their third goal during the La Liga match between RC Celta de Vigo and FC Barcelona at Estadio Balaidos on October 29, 2013 in Vigo, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

Having played as a Center Forward/Striker in the El Clasico, with Messi on the right wing and Neymar on the left, there is little doubt that this versatile player cannot create magic from this position. He has played at this position during the ‘False 9′ formation used by Spain during their last Euro Cup outings. He came in as a striker after Messi’s injury during the last game against Real Betis and scored two wonderful poacher goals, which leave hardly any doubt that he fits the bill perfectly.