The link between both players was forged when they were colleagues in Barcelona. Together they shared costumes in 95 official matches.
The French footballer, Ousmane Dembélé He was the winner of Golden Ballprize delivered by France Football magazine to the Best soccer player in the world. The striker, who had an unbeatable season consecrating champion of the UEFA Champions League with the Psg, surpassed Spanish vote Lamine Yamal. In addition, he not only celebrated his individual consecration, but also dedicated words of gratitude to those who influenced their professional development.
During his speech on stage, after receiving the prize, the footballer remarked the importance of his passage through the Barcelona of Spain and the influence of experienced figures such as Andrés Iniesta And, especially, of Lionel Messi. “I learned during that time in Barcelona next to great players like Andrés Iniesta and Lionel Messi. That learning was exceptional”He said.
Hours after the ceremony, the player made a post on his Instagram account where he showed himself with the trophy and wrote: “So much joy, pride and emotion. A dream come true. Thanks to all those who have always supported me throughout this trip. “Given this, Lionel Messi took the opportunity to congratulate his former teammate:”Great Ous! Congratulations, I’m very happy for you. You deserve it”. Your comment quickly went viral.
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The resurgence of Imbélé in it PSG under the direction of Luis Enrique It was notorious. After overcoming a start of the career full of injuries and criticism, the striker achieved stability and prominence in the first team. Thus he managed to conquer titles such as Ligue 1 and the aforementioned UEFA Champions Leaguewhich would culminate in obtaining Golden Ball 2025.
Dembélé and Messi: Companions in Barcelona
The link between both players was forged when they were colleagues in Barcelona. The French striker had arrived at the institution in 2017 After his excellent step through the Borussia Dortmund in Germany, nothing less to replace Neymar’s departure. Together They shared costumes in 95 official matchesuntil Messi left the club in August 2021 When he signed for the PSG.
Dembelé and Messi, the authors of the Catalan victory (Photo: @Championsleague).
In an interview with Four Four Two, the French recognized the impact he had Messi In his career, highlighting the relevance of his advice for his professional growth. “He told me to be serious if I wanted to achieve my dreams. After that, I began to observe and learn from what I was doing in the field”He said Imbélé.
The own Imbélé He recalled in his thanks speech the difficult stage he was going through in the Catalan club, marked by muscle injuries and questions about his continuity. “I have learned a lot from my past mistakes, such as injuries in Barcelona. Now I am more serious and focused, thanks to tips of mentors like Messi. This Golden Ball is proof that perseverance pays”Said the striker.
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