Trent Alexander-Arnold Hails Lionel Messi as Ultimate Football Legend

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold praises Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer ever. Sharing his experience against Messi, the England international describes the Argentine's exceptional talent. Alexander-Arnold opened up about this in an interview with The Mirror, as quoted by Goal.com.

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has lauded Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer of all time, sharing his thoughts during an interview with The Mirror, as quoted by Goal.com.

Having played against Messi in several Champions League appearances, Alexander-Arnold spoke highly of the Argentine maestro, stating, "It has to be Messi for me. The best player I've played. The best player that's ever played the game. To imagine anyone better than what I've been able to see, my brain doesn't comprehend it. There's no way anyone can be better."

Messi recently added the Copa America to his impressive list of accolades, with Argentina winning their sixteenth title by defeating Colombia. Reflecting on Messi's influence on the pitch, Alexander-Arnold remarked, "Lionel Messi is the greatest to ever play this game. There's just a different feeling playing against him than I've ever felt with anyone else. You're always on red alert when the ball is near him."

(With inputs from agencies.)