I didn't like what he said, but I'd prefer if players like Messi, who are fantastic to watch, and great for the sport, are healthy.
I watched the first part of that match on the plane yesterday, and while Barcelona weren't even playing well, it was a level of football, with a level of players, you rarely see. The fact that I almost knew I'd see brilliance, then saw it with a gorgeous through ball and Messi's classy finish, is because of players like Messi. Compared to the head he could have, given his ability, he seems fairly decent.
Put me in the get well soon camp, now that we've no chance of playing them.