Puyol is delighted with Leo's decision to stay with Barcelona it makes them more stronger

Messi wanted to quit the Catalans this summer because he believed 'it was time to step aside'.

The 33-year-old later changed his stance and has already returned to training with Barca.

Carles Puyol has taken to social media to celebrate Lionel Messi's stay at Barcelona.

“Happy to see you continue to defend Barcelona’s shirt. I continue to trust these players and with Leo undoubtedly we are stronger,” the former Barca captain wrote on Instagram alongside a picture of Messi training at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper on Monday.

The 33-year-old handed in a transfer request at Barca last month as he believed 'it was time to step aside'.

The Argentine later changed his stance and confirmed that he'll stay at Camp Nou for at least another season.