Inter Miami boss: 'Messi is the best in the world right now'
Phil Neville says Lionel Messi is currently the best player on the planet
The Argentine forward has been in stunning form for Paris Saint-Germain this season, scoring 12 goals in 19 appearances in all competitions.
Neville, who is the head coach of Inter Miami in the MLS, was full of praise for Messi when speaking to the media on Wednesday.
"For me, Messi is the best player in the world right now," said Neville.
"He's just a joy to watch. He's got everything. He can score goals, he can create goals, he can dribble, he can pass. He's just a complete player.
"I think he's having one of his best seasons ever at the moment. He's playing with a lot of confidence and he's scoring goals for fun.
"He's a great role model for young players and he's a credit to the game.
Messi has been in impressive form for PSG this season, helping the French giants to the top of the Ligue 1 table.
The 35-year-old has also scored six goals in five Champions League appearances, helping PSG to reach the semi-finals of the competition.
Messi's performances have led to calls for him to be awarded the Ballon d'Or for a record-breaking seventh time.
The Argentine forward has won the prestigious individual award six times, more than any other player in history.
If Messi is to win the Ballon d'Or again this year, he will equal Cristiano Ronaldo's record of seven awards.
The two players have been the dominant forces in world football for over a decade, and it is likely that they will continue to be at the top of the game for many years to come.
Conclusion
Lionel Messi is undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time. He has achieved incredible success at both club and international level, and he continues to be one of the most popular and admired players in the world.
At 35 years old, Messi is still playing at the highest level and he is showing no signs of slowing down.
If he continues to perform at this level, he will surely add to his already impressive trophy haul and he may even win a record-breaking seventh Ballon d'Or.
