Argentine international Lionel Messi, the playmaker for American team Inter Miami, shared his thoughts on Barcelona\u2019s current level under German manager Hansi Flick.<\/p>\n
Barcelona currently sits at the top of the Spanish League standings with 34 points, following a disappointing 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo. They are 7 points behind Real Madrid, who are in second place, although the Merengues have two postponed matches.
\nMessi, in statements reported by the “Football Spain” website, said: “My children are Catalan, and I spent my whole life there. The truth is, I feel like I am from Barcelona, and at any time, I could go and live there.”<\/p>\n
The Argentine star continued: “Barcelona looks amazing under Flick, which doesn’t surprise me. For me, it\u2019s amazing that young players have had the opportunity over the past two years.”
\nHe added: “When they are given the opportunity and confidence, they respond this way because they know the club better than anyone else. They\u2019ve been accustomed to playing this way since they were young.”<\/p>\n
Messi, the legend, continued: “The draw against Celta Vigo was shocking, especially with the team leading by two goals and just a few minutes remaining. I hope this draw doesn’t affect the outcome of the La Liga title in the end.”<\/p>\n
Regarding the advice he would offer to Hansi Flick, Messi replied: “I want him to exclude the Dutch player from Barcelona permanently. He is a good player, but he lacks the spirit and motivation to wear the Barcelona shirt. The team management should sell him as soon as possible.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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