Lionel Messi best player I’ve ever seen – Dembele

French forward Ousmane Dembélé has described Lionel Messi as the best player he has ever seen, praising the Argentine superstar’s enduring quality despite approaching the latter stages of his career.

Speaking to Marca on Friday, Dembélé highlighted Messi’s remarkable ability to remain decisive at the highest level of football, insisting that age has done little to diminish his impact on the game.

“Lionel Messi is the best player I’ve ever seen,” Dembélé said. “He’s 38 but he’s still fantastic and dangerous. His quality never gets old,” he said.

The Paris Saint-Germain winger, who spent several years alongside Messi at both Barcelona and PSG, warned opponents not to underestimate the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.

“We have to be all very careful. Leo can still win the World Cup,” he added.

Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022, continues to perform at an elite level and remains a key figure for both club and country.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Messi’s influence on the sport remains as strong as ever, with many believing he still has the ability to shape major tournaments on the international stage.

Gilbert Ekugbe is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over a decade of experience reporting on business and economic affairs. He covers markets, corporate developments, finance, and Nigeria’s broader economic landscape. His reporting is informed by extensive newsroom experience and a strong commitment to accuracy and responsible journalism, helping readers understand complex business issues.

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