Lionel Messi, Neymar left out of Barcelona squad for US tour

Messi, Neymar left out of Barcelona tour

Lionel Messi and Neymar have been granted an extended holiday following the Copa America, meaning that they will miss Barcelona's tour of the United States.

The European champions will tour the US, playing in the International Champions Cup, where they will face Los Angeles Galaxy, Manchester United and Chelsea.

Javier Mascherano, Claudio Bravo and Dani Alves are also missing from the 24-man squad following their Copa America exploits.

Arda Turan and Aleix Vidal have been included, although they will not be able to play a competitive game for the Catalan side after their transfer ban.

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