Lionel Messi is often described as the greatest ever player in the history of football. However, the 'GOAT' tag does no sit well the the Argentine.
In a wide-ranging interview with France Football, the 34-year-old Paris Saint-Germain forward has reflected on what it means to be called the best after winning his seventh Ballon d'Or.
Messi said: "I've never said it, thought it, or even tried to get used to the idea of it. For me, the fact alone that I can be considered among the best in the world is more than enough.
"It's something which I never would have dared to imagine or dream of. But… [pauses]... I don't know how to say this without being misinterpreted.
"It's not that it doesn't interest me, but let's say that I don't attach a lot of importance to all of that. Being the best or not doesn't change anything for me. Nor have I ever looked to be the best."
Source: France Football
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