Chelsea’s rising star Cole Palmer recently named Lionel Messi as his all-time favorite player during an interview with Mundo Deportivo.
When asked about the ongoing Messi versus Cristiano Ronaldo debate, Palmer immediately chose Messi, stating, “For me, Lionel Messi.”
He shared that Messi was his childhood hero, expressing, “I wanted to be Lionel Messi when I was a child.” This highlights Messi’s lasting impact on young athletes, even after his departure from European football.
Now playing for Inter Miami alongside former Barcelona teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, Messi’s legacy at Barcelona remains unmatched. His World Cup win with Argentina has solidified his place among the all-time greats.
Barcelona plans to invite Messi to celebrate the club’s 125th anniversary next month.
While it’s uncertain if he will attend, he is likely to send a special message to the club where he spent most of his career.
Messi’s influence on the sport continues to resonate across generations, inspiring emerging talents like Palmer who admire his remarkable achievements.
