Artur, once Lionel Messi’s on-field partner at Barcelona and now a Juventus teammate, has described the Argentine superstar who recently moved to Inter Miami as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. The praise comes from a trusted insider who shared his reflections with World Deportivo.
“He is an extraordinary talent. Likely the best player of all time, or at least among the top three. I had the chance to enjoy the camaraderie in the locker room during our time together. Messi can be a touch reserved, yet he is genuinely kind-hearted,” Artur stated.
On June 3, Messi appeared in his final match for Paris Saint-Germain, facing Clermont in the closing round of the Ligue 1 season. With the expiration of his contract at PSG, the forward transitioned to Inter Miami as a free agent, marking another chapter in a storied career that has spanned multiple top European leagues.
Messi’s journey began long before his spell with PSG. From 2003 to 2021, he starred for Barcelona, earning a remarkable collection of club honors. During his time with the Blaugrana, he helped secure ten La Liga titles, seven Spanish Super Cups and Copa del Rey trophies, four Champions Leagues, three UEFA Super Cups, and multiple FIFA Club World Cups, underscoring a career defined by sustained excellence and influential performances on the biggest stages.
Individually, Messi has collected seven Ballon d’Or awards, a testament to his enduring impact and skill. The pinnacle of national achievement arrived in 2022 when he captained the Argentina national team to World Cup glory in Qatar, sealing a chapter many consider the pinnacle of a remarkable playing career.
Former Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta has expressed confidence that Messi will continue to prove his quality at Inter Miami, suggesting that the seasoned forward remains a force capable of shaping games and inspiring teammates in a new environment. (World Deportivo)