Real Madrid player names Lionel Messi the best player in the world
Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
Young Real Madrid footballer Franco Mastantuono has revealed who he considers the best player right now.
Details: According to the Argentine, Lionel Messi is currently the best player, and for Mastantuono, he will remain so until he retires.
Quote: “Messi is the best and greatest player in the world, and he will stay that way until he retires. I’m grateful to him for always treating me well; he has helped me a lot,” Mastantuono said.
On June 13, 2025, the Spanish La Liga club Real Madrid announced that Mastantuono would join the team on his 18th birthday, August 14, signing a six-year contract. The deal was valued at €45 million, with Madrid activating his release clause.
Reminder: Real defeated Barcelona 2–1 in the latest El Clásico, and recently Madrid’s goalkeeper revealed who added extra fuel to the rivalry.
