Just days after Cristiano Ronaldo declared himself the greatest and most complete footballer ever, Porto star, Alan Varela has named Lionel Messi as the best player in the world.
The Argentine midfielder said he is looking forward to facing Lionel Messi at the FIFA Club World Cup later this year.
Varela spoke to the media at Porto’s FIFA Club World Cup 2025 trophy tour, insisting that it would be special to play against his nation’s team captain.
According to him, the ‘truth’ will always be that Messi is the best in the world.
Varela said, via The Business Standard: “Obviously, it’s very special to face him [Lionel Messi]. The truth is that Messi is the best player in the world.
“I hope he’s not so bright in that game. We will try to do our best so that Porto can win that game and all the games we have to play.”
DAILY POST reported that Ronaldo recently declared himself as the best player football has ever seen.
The Portuguese said he has not seen any player better him, not even Lionel Messi, who many consider the greatest of all time.
Inter Miami will be playing in the FIFA Club World Cup this year after winning the MLS Supporters’ Shield last year but were named the host club.
