Athletic Bilbao midfielder Ander Herrera has crowned Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi the greatest footballer of all time.
Herrera’s endorsement comes from firsthand experience, having played alongside Messi at Paris Saint-Germain.
Herrera praised Nigerian football fans for their unwavering enthusiasm. “In Nigeria, you appreciate football as well as I do,” he noted. This acknowledgment highlights the global reach and unity of football.
When asked about the best footballer in history, Herrera left no doubt. “Always Messi… He’s different,” he emphasized. This sentiment echoes widespread admiration for Messi’s exceptional skills.
Herrera has shared the pitch with some of football’s biggest names, including Ibrahimovic, Rooney, Neymar, Mbappe, and Sergio Ramos. Yet, he reserves special reverence for Messi. “Messi, for me, is the top of the top,” he declared.
Herrera’s testimonial adds to the ongoing debate about football’s greatest player. As the sport continues to captivate audiences worldwide, Messi’s legacy remains unparalleled.
