Former Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has paid tribute to Lionel Messi, highlighting his unique ability to consistently find solutions on the pitch.
“No matter what we did during training, Messi was always the best,” de Jong said. “Whether it was a little possession-based game, shots outside the box, or 11v11. He executes the game in a very playful way. I love the fact that a manager can come up with all kinds of tactics, but a player like Messi will enter the pitch, roam around, and come up with all the solutions. This is what I miss in football right now.”
De Jong’s comments emphasize Messi’s unparalleled talent and his ability to transcend tactical instructions. The Argentine maestro possesses an innate understanding of the game and a unique ability to improvise and create opportunities in any situation.