Trent Alexander-Arnold: Liverpool Star Picks Best Player Ever: Messi and Ronaldo?
- Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have dominated the footballing scene for a period spanning over a decade
- The stellar performances consistently shown by both players have sparked significant debate with regard to who is better
- Liverpool defender, Trent Alexander-Arnold recently, aired his thoughts on who he deems the best player he has ever seen
The debate over who is the best player in the world often ignites passionate arguments among football fans and experts alike.
When the discussion centres on Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, distinguishing the edge each player holds over the other becomes particularly challenging.
Despite being in the latter stages of their careers, both Messi and Ronaldo continue to dominate the footballing world after more than 16 years at the top of their game.
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However, as this debate rages on, many players have shared their opinions on which of these two generational talents is superior.
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The latest to weigh in is Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold. In a recent interview, the 25-year-old revealed his perspective on who he considers the greatest player of all time.
Trent speaks on the best player ever
In a recent interview with The Mirror, the England defender was asked who he considers the best player he has ever seen. The Liverpool star unequivocally named Messi as the greatest player of all time.
“It has to be Messi for me,” Alexander-Arnold said. “He’s the best player I’ve ever played against and the best player to have ever played the game. I can’t even imagine anyone being better than what I’ve witnessed. There’s no way anyone can surpass him.”
He continued, “Playing against Lionel Messi is a unique experience. There’s an unparalleled sense of alertness whenever he’s near the ball. It’s rare for a player to instil such a feeling in opponents, and for that reason, I have to say he’s the best.”
Alexander-Arnold further explained, “In so many aspects of the game, Messi is probably the best. At any given moment, he can almost do whatever he wants on the pitch, which is why I consider him the greatest.”
The Liverpool vice-captain’s endorsement of Messi adds to a growing list of football legends, including Paolo Maldini, who have also chosen Messi over Ronaldo in recent interview as captured by Barca Universal.
Maldini speaks on the GOAT debate
Briefly News in another report detailed how AC Milan icon Maldini settled the GOAT debate.
In an interview, the Italian football legend expressed his admiration for both players; however, Maldini chose Messi.
The retired defender also shared how he tried to convince the mercurial Argentine to complete a transfer to AC Milan when it became clear he would be departing Barcelona.
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