Where was he in 2015? Rennes (on loan from Chelsea)
So, without further ado, here are the 10 wonderkids that Messi singled out for greatness back in 2015, and what they're up to right now. Seven years have passed since he chose those 10 players, and it becomes more and more intriguing to look back on that exclusive list every time, because the names that Messi highlighted have gone on to endure a real mix of fortunes. It is easy to suggest that Messi had no choice in picking the 10 players who joined the project, but reports at the time did state that the legendary Argentine did actually weigh in with his opinions and did make his own choices on who would join. The campaign ran alongside the launch of the Messi15 football boot that was unveiled at the time, with the idea being that Messi picked out 10 young footballers who he thought were destined to reach world class levels, who would then wear the new Messi15 boot. The situation won’t be resolved anytime soon as Messi is currently focused on helping PSG continue their excellent start to the season before heading to the World Cup with his country in November.In 2015, though, we did get that rare glimpse into how Messi sees football, as he worked with adidas to launch the 'Backed by Messi' campaign. The contract he signed last summer contained a year’s option and the club hierarchy are desperate to keep him for his marketing power as much as his ability. Messi’s form has improved since the appointment of Christophe Galtier to replace Mauricio Pochettino but his future remains unclearįor his part, Argentina’s captain is still considering his options, which include an offer to extend his stay in Paris. In comparison, Neymar managed 13 from six fewer games, while Kylian Mbappe led the way with 39, including 28 in the league. He was the least effective member of an outrageously talented forward line, scoring just 11 goals in all competitions. Five days after the announcement that he wouldn’t be staying, a two-year deal was struck with French champions PSG.ĭespite retaining the Ligue Un title, Messi endured a disappointing first season at his new club, who exited the Champions League in the first knockout round.
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