
Argentine star Lionel Messi, currently playing for Inter Miami, shared his perspective on Barcelona’s performance under German manager Hansi Flick. Barcelona sits atop the Spanish League standings with 34 points, despite a recent 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.
However, they trail Real Madrid, who are in second place, by seven points, with Madrid having two games in hand.
In comments reported by the “Football Spain” website, Messi expressed his deep connection to Barcelona, stating, “My children are Catalan, and I’ve spent my whole life there. The truth is, I feel like I’m from Barcelona and could easily return to live there anytime.”
Messi praised Barcelona’s progress under Flick, emphasizing that their current form is impressive, particularly with the involvement of young players. He remarked, “Barcelona looks amazing under Flick, which doesn’t surprise me.
It’s incredible to see young players thrive when given the opportunity and trust. They know the club better than anyone and have been playing in this style since their early days.”
Reflecting on the 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo, Messi described it as shocking, particularly since Barcelona had a two-goal lead late in the game. He expressed hope that the setback wouldn’t jeopardize the team’s chances of winning the La Liga title.
When asked about advice for Hansi Flick, Messi offered a controversial opinion regarding a specific player in Barcelona’s squad. He stated, “I believe the Dutch player should be permanently excluded from Barcelona.
While he is talented, he lacks the motivation and spirit required to represent the club. The management should consider selling him as soon as possible.”
Messi’s comments underline his strong emotional ties to Barcelona while offering a mix of praise and constructive criticism about the team’s current state.
His assessment reflects his deep understanding of the club’s ethos and his hope for sustained success under Flick’s guidance.
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